Written by Amy Alznauer
Illustrated by Anna Bron
Published by Candlewick
Mom's Review
The Five Sides of Marjorie Rice is a fascinating story of geometric history.
Do you know that people are still discovering polygons that tessellate? I had no idea and was amazed to learn about how Marjorie Rice, a mom in California, who so loved shapes and patterns that she worked to discover tessellating pentagons never before recorded. This woman with five kids at home pursed her interest and passion. Her groundbreaking discoveries reignited research into an area previously thought dead. The illustrations are beautiful and the true story surprising (at least to this non-mathematician) - this picture book quickly captivates the audience. And this glimpse into the life of an ordinary and remarkable woman illuminates the depths of us all!
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