"[F]uture mathematicians will be drawn into the magic and mystery of Fibonacci numbers." —School Library Journal This math-and-science title is another beautiful photo-essay by the creators of Wolfsnail." —Kirkus Reviews “Besides being eye-catching, the photographs ought to prove invaluable for visual learners (spiral patterns in a pinecone are darkened for visibility). Kids should be left with a clear understanding of the pattern and curious about its remarkable prevalence in nature.” —Publisher’s Weekly“With its glossy, clutter-free pages; crisp, colorful photographs; and clear, straight-to-the-point text, this interactive picture book by the creators of Wolfsnail is an attractive, satisfying introduction to the Fibonacci sequence: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, . . .” — The Horn Book
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"Jerome’s mother is a sailor. When her ship is in home port, she comes home at night, but when it goes out to sea, she hugs him good-bye and asks him to be brave. Jerome doesn’t feel brave. Though some things are good, others (bedwetting, a skirmish at school) are hard. Still, Jerome’s dog, his father, and his teacher help him to cope with his fears and keep his problems in perspective. As the story ends, Jerome sees that even though he feels “a little bit afraid the whole time,” he is being brave, and he looks forward to telling his mother so when she comes home. Written in short, simple words that read aloud well, the believably childlike narrative tells of Jerome’s pleasures, frustrations, and worries. The realistic watercolor illustrations express nuances of emotion through body language and facial expressions. Creating a vivid and ultimately moving portrayal of Jerome’s life while his mother is away, this picture book is sure to resonate strongly with children whose parents are on active duty in the military and with many other readers as well." —Booklist
"The succinct, restrained parable introduces Buddhist ideas and a moral viewpoint that transcends religion. Sunny, serene watercolors on board illustrations match the gentle tone and message. A solid choice for multicultural units, this also demonstrates the value of kindness." —Booklist
