Ship Shapes

From School Library Journal PreS–In this simple concept book, two youngsters and a Dalmatian set out on a raft, calling readers: All aboard! Come along with me!/Let's see what shapes we can find on the sea. They come across many exotic scenes–including a pirate ship, a fantastic sea monster, and a green submarine–and invite children to search for nine basic shapes. The directions are consistently straightforward: Can you count all of these triangles? What are the shapes of these sails? The minimal text is paired with colorful, eye-catching artwork made from fabric collages that radiate across the spreads. Although the patterned, patchwork ocean is occasionally a bit overwhelming, children will enjoy searching the briny depths for the little fish and sea creatures hidden there.