Square

By Mac Barnett, Jon Klassen (Illustrator)

Part of the Shape Trilogy series

Square, a block-pusher, is mistakenly called a genius by Circle, and he tries to create a sculpture of her.

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40 pages· 366 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Square's routine of moving blocks is disrupted when Circle, his friend, calls him a genius and asks for a portrait. As Square struggles to carve her likeness from stone, he questions his own abilities. Is he truly an artist, or just a block mover? This tale invites readers to see beyond the surface and find wonder in the ordinary.

From the publisher

The beguiling second entry in the innovative shape trilogy by multi-award-winning, New York Times best-selling duo Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen. This book is about Square. Square spends every day taking blocks from a pile below the ground to a pile above the ground. This book is also about Square’s friend Circle. Circle thinks Square is an artistic genius. But is he really? With the second story in a trilogy of tales about Triangle, Square, and Circle, Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen nudge readers toward a more well-rounded way of looking at things. Understated and striking in its simplicity, this funny, thoughtful offering from two of today’s most talented picture-book creators emphasizes the importance of keeping your eyes – and your mind – open to wonder where others see only rubble and rocks.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 40
Words: 366
Reading age: 5–9
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~241L

Themes & topics

Books about shapes Books about building things Books about perspective Books about artists Books about friendship

What readers & critics say

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“We're big fans of Mac Barnett at our house, and we especially love his collaborations with Jon Klassen. This installment of his minimalist shapes series is a hit! It's simple, well-designed, and absolutely hilarious! Fun for the whole family!”

Lauren Hancock

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