Patterns, Patterns Everywhere - by Kellie Menendez (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Bold, beautiful patterns captivate parents and children alike in this stunning picture book."--

Book Synopsis

From the ocean's coral reefs to the jungle and even the dinner table, children learn to discover patterns big and small, hidden within vibrant illustrations and playful rhymes.

"This delightful exploration of patterns works well as a read-aloud and complements early childhood lessons on patterns." --School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

"A lovely and beautifully written story that encourages kids to hone their own artistic senses." --Angela Dominguez, NYT bestselling author of the Stella Díaz series

Foster a sense of wonder and creativity with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a stunning picture book that invites young readers to explore the bold, beautiful patterns all around them. Identifying patterns is a key part of early childhood development, helping kids sharpen their reasoning and sequencing skills. This engaging book encourages children not only to find the patterns they can see, but also to think about patterns they can hear, feel, and create.

- Perfect for ages 4-8, an ideal companion for early learning and development.
- A gorgeous gift for birthdays, classrooms, or budding young artists.
- Beautifully illustrated with layered designs that captivate both parents and kids alike.

Step into a world of colors and designs with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a book that turns pattern-finding into an exciting adventure while nurturing a child's artistic and cognitive development!

MORE PRAISE FOR PATTERNS, PATTERNS EVERYWHERE:

"A new perspective is just one delight to be gained from this stunning picture book." --Foreword Reviews

". . . it's a fast-moving survey that opens a conversation about the conceit that ranges beyond its usual visual understanding." --Publishers Weekly

Review Quotes

"Menendez's debut is the kind of picture book that young readers will have fond memories of reading. Her timeless art and writing style have all the makings of a classic. . ."--Kasey Taylor, Pine Reads Review

"Kellie Menendez's "Patterns, Patterns Everywhere" is a fabulous, enlightening work."--Rudy Rucker, mathematician and author of The Ware Tetralogy

"Patterns from the jungle to the ocean to the night sky and everywhere in between are featured in this attractive picture book. Rhyming couplets and lush watercolor illustrations effectively show the concept, but readers don't get an explanation of what patterns are until the back matter. Appearing there is a definition as well as more information on the appearance of patterns in math, nature, music, and art. Children will enjoy pointing out the colorful details in the illustrations, from stripes to polka dots; these are found on animals, clothing, and works of art. Repeating readings are inevitable because there is always more to discover on the pages. . . . This delightful exploration of patterns works well as a read-aloud and complements early childhood lessons on patterns."-- "School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW"

"This presentation, with its myriad entrancing colorful images, challenges the young reader to touch the objects and find the patterns each enfolds."-- "San Francisco Book Review"

"A new perspective is just one delight to be gained from this stunning picture book about the patterns [...] that can be found all around us. [...] children are encouraged to go out and find their own examples too."-- "Foreword Reviews"

"Artist and designer Menendez, [makes] her picture book debut with this rhyming work focused on repetition. . . it's a fast-moving survey that opens a conversation about the conceit that ranges beyond its usual visual understanding." -- "Publishers Weekly"

"This magical book encourages children to truly look at the world around them. Such a simple but powerful concept in the world we live in. With so many things competing for our time it takes intention to pay attention! It encouraged me to pay more attention to the world around me."--Temi Adamolekun, bestselling author of Your Special Voice

"A lovely and beautifully written story that encourages kids to hone their own artistic senses. Kids will see the world differently after reading this impressive debut."--Angela Dominguez, NYT bestselling author of the Stella Díaz series

"... a multi-layered masterpiece that both children and parents will want to read again and again. The lyrical text, combined with Kellie Menendez's standout watercolor paintings, adds up to an incredibly impressive debut children's book."--Katie Hintz-Zambrano, founder and editor of MOTHER Magazine

"Curiosity, beauty, science and art--Patterns, Patterns Everywhere is a gorgeous celebration of the systems that make our world. [...] This is the kind of story that changes the way you see." --Emily F. Peters, author of Artists Remaking Medicine

About the Author

Kellie Menendez is an award-winning artist, designer and creative writer. Her decor studio, Half Full, produces patterns for the home inspired by wildlife and wild places. Kellie's work has been featured in California Home + Design, Business of Home, Domino and Aldea Home -- and her poems published in an anthology for CCSF's Poetry for the People. Kellie loves looking for patterns in San Francisco with her husband, son, and dog, Raya.