About the Book

"This delightful exploration of patterns works well as a read-aloud and complements early childhood lessons on patterns." —School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW

“A lovely and beautifully written story that encourages kids to hone their own artistic senses." —Angela Dominguez, NYT bestselling author of the Stella Díaz series

Foster a sense of wonder and creativity with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a stunning picture book that invites young readers to explore the bold, beautiful patterns all around them. Identifying patterns is a key part of early childhood development, helping kids sharpen their reasoning and sequencing skills. This engaging book encourages children not only to find the patterns they can see, but also to think about patterns they can hear, feel, and create.

  •  Perfect for ages 4-8, an ideal companion for early learning and development
  • A gorgeous gift for birthdays, classrooms, or budding young artists
  • Beautifully illustrated with layered designs that captivate both parents and kids alike

Step into a world of colors and designs with Patterns, Patterns, Everywhere, a book that turns pattern-finding into an exciting adventure while nurturing a child’s artistic and cognitive development!

MORE PRAISE FOR PATTERNS, PATTERNS EVERYWHERE

"A new perspective is just one delight to be gained from this stunning picture book." —Foreword Reviews

". . . it’s a fast-moving survey that opens a conversation about the conceit that ranges beyond its usual visual understanding." —Publishers Weekly

Emily F. Peters

author of Artists Remaking Medicine

"Curiosity, beauty, science and art—Patterns, Patterns Everywhere is a gorgeous celebration of the systems that make our world. […] This is the kind of story that changes the way you see." 

Katie Hintz-Zambrano

founder and editor of MOTHER Magazine

"... a multi-layered masterpiece that both children and parents will want to read again and again. The lyrical text, combined with Kellie Menendez's standout watercolor paintings, adds up to an incredibly impressive debut children's book."

Angela Dominguez

NYT bestselling author of the Stella Díaz series

“A lovely and beautifully written story that encourages kids to hone their own artistic senses. Kids will see the world differently after reading this impressive debut.”

Temi Adamolekun

bestselling author of Your Special Voice

"This magical book encourages children to truly look at the world around them. Such a simple but powerful concept in the world we live in. With so many things competing for our time it takes intention to pay attention! It encouraged me to pay more attention to the world around me."

Rudy Rucker

mathematician and author of The Ware Tetralogy

Kellie Menendez's "Patterns, Patterns Everywhere" is a fabulous, enlightening work

Meet the Author and Illustrator

Kellie Menendez is an award-winning artist, designer and creative writer. Her decor studio, Half Full, produces patterns for the home inspired by wildlife and wild places. Kellie's work has been featured in California Home + Design, Business of Home, Domino and Aldea Home — and her poems published in an anthology for CCSF’s Poetry for the People. Kellie loves looking for patterns in San Francisco with her husband, son, and dog, Raya.