Shapesville by Andy Mills, Becky Osborn, and Erica Neitz introduces young readers to basic shapes in a fun and engaging way.  This book helps children recognize shapes in their environment and understand their importance. Through rhymes and vibrant illustrations, Shapesville teaches the value of diversity, self-esteem, and acceptance, making it a treasured addition to any homeschool library. 

Incorporating Shapesville into our literature-based homeschool curriculum offers a multifaceted learning experience. Here are several ways we utilize Shapesville to enrich our homeschool curriculum:

• Critical Thinking and Discussion: Shapesville serves as a conversation starter to explore themes of diversity and individuality. After reading, parents are equipped with discussion questions that encourage children to express their thoughts on uniqueness and how it contributes to a community's vibrancy.
• Character Analysis Writing Assignments: Each child selects a character from Shapesville to explore more deeply, writing about how their unique attributes contribute to the community. 
• Creative Arts Project: Students engage in an art project where they create their character that would fit into the world of Shapesville.
• Math Integration: Math is incorporated by discussing shapes, sizes, and measurements found in the book. Children measure objects around them, compare sizes, and draw parallels to the characters in Shapesville.