Starting Off With Shapes Author:Peter Patilla Both two- and three-dimensional shapes are shown in the forms of familiar and colorful objects. Kids learn the components of shapes: sides, faces, angles, and bases. Starting Off With books encourage younger children to have fun as they learn to count, and to use numbers and shapes. Designed for pre-K and kindergarten children, books in t... more »his series offer lively and engaging introductions to numbers, time, and shapes. This book presents a word bank of key mathematical and other learning terms. Brightly colored illustrations support and explain the text, and suggested activities give kids opportunity for enjoyable practice of their newly acquired skills. Ideal for classroom use, or for pleasant learning at home with help from Mom or Dad. (Ages 4-6)« less