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From: JSidman at aol.com <JSidman>
Date: Thu, 30 Nov 2000 09:06:20 EST
This is a query for all CCBC-net members, but primarily teachers and librarians. Please respond directly to me (jsidman at aol.com), not to the listserve.
I am contemplating writing a book to introduce the concept of symmetry to elementary-aged children--symmetry in the natural world, and in design. I have discovered that there are no other children's books on the subject besides Barbara Esbensen's lovely poetry book about patterns, "Echoes for the Eye." My editor and I are wondering if there is a reason for this vacuum. So, here are my questions for you:
1. Is symmetry a concept that ever comes up in your classrooms/libraries? In what part of your curriculum?
2. Would you use a book that explained symmetry's pervasiveness & purpose in the natural world and its importance in design--in other words, not just as a mathematical concept? How would you use such a book?
3. What aged children do you think would most benefit from a book like this? Early elementary, or later--say 5th & 6th grade?
Thank you so much for your help. To me, symmetry is a fascinating subject. I would love to proceed with this project, but I want to make sure the final product will benefit the most kids.
Joyce Sidman
jsidman at aol.com
Received on Thu 30 Nov 2000 08:06:20 AM CST
Date: Thu, 30 Nov 2000 09:06:20 EST
This is a query for all CCBC-net members, but primarily teachers and librarians. Please respond directly to me (jsidman at aol.com), not to the listserve.
I am contemplating writing a book to introduce the concept of symmetry to elementary-aged children--symmetry in the natural world, and in design. I have discovered that there are no other children's books on the subject besides Barbara Esbensen's lovely poetry book about patterns, "Echoes for the Eye." My editor and I are wondering if there is a reason for this vacuum. So, here are my questions for you:
1. Is symmetry a concept that ever comes up in your classrooms/libraries? In what part of your curriculum?
2. Would you use a book that explained symmetry's pervasiveness & purpose in the natural world and its importance in design--in other words, not just as a mathematical concept? How would you use such a book?
3. What aged children do you think would most benefit from a book like this? Early elementary, or later--say 5th & 6th grade?
Thank you so much for your help. To me, symmetry is a fascinating subject. I would love to proceed with this project, but I want to make sure the final product will benefit the most kids.
Joyce Sidman
jsidman at aol.com
Received on Thu 30 Nov 2000 08:06:20 AM CST
