This sturdy member of the shape squad can be big, small, rotated to the right, rotated to the left, and even stood on its head--but it will still always be the square! In this fun introduction to geometry, young kids will learn how to recognize, name, and describe this shape, helped by the engaging, playful square character. Young learners will: Discover the attributes of a square--it has four straight sides of equal length, four corners, and is symmetrical. See how squares can be used to make a rectangle, and uncover some triangles secretly hiding inside a square! Meet the other 2-D members of the squad (circle, triangle, rectangle, and hexagon) and enjoy a first introduction to the group's chunky 3-D friend--the cube. Enjoy spotting and identifying squares in photographs of the real world. And learn to use geometry vocabulary including--above, below, beside, in front of, behind, and next to. Perfectly aligned with the Common Core Standards for Mathematics, this vibrant mix of illustrations, photographs, and engaging text will help Kindergarten and first grade students develop their early geometry skills.