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Early Math Adventures Tropical Fish Coloring Book (Building Math Skills through Art)

by Paige Turner

Book Details

Publisher:Grosset & Dunlap
Published:1997
Pages:64
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0448415658

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Coloring enthusiasts of all ages will love this new collection of Ruth Heller's designs portraying exotic tropical fishes to be colored with crayons, colored pencils, felt-tipped markers, watercolors, or pastels. 31 designs.

Our Review

This coloring book brings the vibrant undersea world to life with 31 intricate designs featuring exotic tropical fish, from angelfish to clownfish. The detailed illustrations by Ruth Heller invite young artists to explore marine biology through art, using crayons, colored pencils, or markers to create their own colorful aquatic scenes. Each page offers a new opportunity for creative expression while introducing children to the diverse shapes and patterns of ocean life. The bold outlines and varied compositions provide just the right balance of challenge and accessibility for developing fine motor skills.

What sets this activity book apart is its artistic qualityβ€”these aren't simple cartoon fish but beautifully rendered scientific illustrations that respect children's intelligence while sparking their imagination. The paper quality accommodates various media from watercolors to pastels, allowing for different artistic explorations with each session. Young marine enthusiasts and budding artists alike will find endless engagement in bringing these underwater ecosystems to colorful life, making this both an educational resource and a creative outlet that grows with the child's developing abilities.

Themes

Coloring books

Subjects

Coloring books