{"product_id":"pitter-pattern-isbn-9780062741233","title":"Pitter Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePatterns are everywhere! How many can you find?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis\u003cbr\u003egorgeously illustrated book from Joyce Hesselberth, the creator of the\u003cbr\u003eacclaimed \u003cem\u003eMapping Sam,\u003c\/em\u003e expertly\u003cbr\u003eintroduces readers to basic patterns in nature, music, sports, art, language,\u003cbr\u003eand math. \u003cem\u003ePitter Pattern \u003c\/em\u003eis an\u003cbr\u003eexceptional mix of fiction and nonfiction perfect for home as well as classroom\u003cbr\u003esharing. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to\u003cbr\u003eshare during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. It’s a fun\u003cbr\u003eway to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePitter, pitter, pat! Pitter, pitter, pat! Hey, it’s a pitter,\u003cbr\u003epitter, pattern!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLu and her friends love spotting patterns in their daily\u003cbr\u003eactivities. Lu learns that patterns can be found at soccer practice, during her\u003cbr\u003epiano lessons, in dance class, at snack time, and even at the park! How many\u003cbr\u003epatterns can you spot as Lu goes about her week?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003ePatterns are an important building block of preschool and\u003cbr\u003eearly elementary education, and \u003cem\u003ePitter\u003cbr\u003ePattern \u003c\/em\u003eincludes examples of patterns found in music, weather, time, play,\u003cbr\u003eshapes, nature, math, and language. The accessible and playful illustrations\u003cbr\u003efeature additional patterns for engaged readers to discover. An expert blend of\u003cbr\u003efiction and nonfiction, this beautiful and innovative character-driven picture\u003cbr\u003ebook is an ideal read-aloud for classrooms, family story times, and for fans of\u003cbr\u003eHervé Tullet, Lois Ehlert, Steve Jenkins, and Joyce Sidman. \u003cem\u003eIncludes backmatter about the patterns in\u003cbr\u003ethe book.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“The puzzle-like spreads invite readers to consider what type of patterns appear on each page and then to anticipate an element and fill in what comes next.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Geometric illustrations are chock full of patterns to spot . . . There's lots to discover.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Hesselberth incorporates auditory and visual patterns into her pithy text and mixed-media pictures.”  - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An exploration of patterns that are easily observable in the natural and manmade world . . . A strong choice for group sharing.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBulletin of the Center for Children’s Books\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“In this concept book, Hesselberth follows Lu and her family through a week where each day is full of patterns . . . A picture book that invites discovery, inside and outside the pages.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenwillow Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888930713829,"sku":"NP9780062741233","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062741233.jpg?v=1730230125","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/pitter-pattern-isbn-9780062741233","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}