★ “Alznauer’s cogent, absorbing text captures Marjorie’s excitement and offers easily understood explanations of the math involved … Inspiration and validation for amateurs of all sorts, beautifully presented.”
~ Kirkus, Starred Review
★ “Shapes that repeat and fit without gaps or overlaps are a seemingly simple jigsaw puzzle problem that hide an even bigger math problem … The story approaches the explanation of this complex math problem through a biography of housewife Marjorie Rice and her fascination with shapes … This is a highly approachable book on mathematics, recommended for all libraries.”
~ School Library Journal, Starred Review
★ “Writing with a storyteller’s flair, Alznauer captures her audience’s attention with colorful phrases and interesting facts … A memorable picture-book biography featuring a notable amateur mathematician.”
~ Booklist, Starred Review
Hardcover | $18.99 | Published by Candlewick March 4, 2025 | 48 Pages |
| 7-11 years | ISBN 9781536229479
guides & activities!
COMING SOON! I am working hard on putting together a wonderful set of curriculum linked activities for the home and classroom!
Anna Bron is a Canadian freelance illustrator and animation director with 10 years of industry experience. Her diverse portfolio includes work on short films, commercials, children's books, and magazines, showcasing her versatility across a range of genres and styles. She has worked on Emmy and Oscar nominationed projects and illustrated award-winning books.
My BackStory
COMING SOON - a new story about Five Sides, but in the meantime … Here is a little video that not only tells you about another one of my books but also tells you why I write about math and especially about amateur and self-taught mathematicians who love math like an artists loves art - for itself, because it is beautiful.