A hilariously clever geometry-inspired picture book from acclaimed author Marcie Colleen and popular illustrator Bob Shea. Perfect for fans of Amy Krouse Rosenthal. Ever since they were a dot and a speck, Circle and Square have been best friends.... Then someone new comes along: a cool, exciting Triangle. And three starts to feel like a crowd. . . . With their friendship bent out of shape, can they put it back together again? PreS-Gr 2—Circle and Square's close friendship of many years hits a snag when a new student joins their class; neither is ready for the addition or the change in their relationship. Cheery, orange, "bold and exciting" Triangle creates a wedge between the two pals. It's difficult for either to avoid his magnetic energy and new ideas—a craving for pizza or a bit of reading about the shape of boat sails, mountains, and the Egyptian pyramids. Within a short period of time, "everything seemed to become triangular." Strategic placement of eyes or glasses with squiggly lines on cartooneish faces within simple geometric shapes highlight a range of emotions for each personality as jealousies arise to a crisis point. While art emphasizes the geometric differences between the friends and their shapes, text adds humor through wordplay: "Everything became pointless"; "Square tried a different angle"; and their "friendship took on a shape of its own." VERDICT A cautionary tale for young readers, this book gives new insight into developing relationships while bringing new acquaintances into a friendship circle. A solid general purchase for all libraries.—Mary Elam, Learning Media Services, Plano ISD, TX Praise for CHEETAH CAN’T LOSE: “A high-volume victory for compassion. ” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Praise for I’M A SHARK: “Warm up your performance skills for the exclamatory narrative, and watch your audience become a school of kid-sized great whites before your very eyes.” - Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books Praise for I’M A SHARK: “There will be no need to fear for Shark’s enduring popularity; here he proves he’s one refreshing delight.” - Kirkus Reviews Praise for I’M A SHARK: “The oversize but spare drawings of a boastful young shark declaring his bravery guarantee giggles.” - School Library Journal Praise for OH, DADDY!: “The gentle humor evident in the contrasts between text and pictures, as well as the scenes of the father doing things outrageously wrong, will keep kids entertained.” - School Library Journal (starred review) Praise for OH, DADDY!: “Busy parents will want to try this formula of patience plus humor.” - Publishers Weekly Praise for DINOSAUR VS. SCHOOL “. . .Shea’s concept of “winning” at school clearly has to do with self-confidence, determination and, sometimes, teamwork-a winning idea indeed.” - Kirkus Reviews Praise for DINOSAUR VS. THE POTTY: “Shea’s bold collages are in-your-face charming as his energetic hero, whose exuberance and stubborn avoidance of the potty will elicit both empathy and laughter.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for CHEETAH CAN’T LOSE: “The art’s lively energy keeps the book buzzing … Kids will enjoy having one over on Cheetah as they see what’s coming, and they’ll appreciate an ending twist in which the loudmouthed braggart does not learn a lesson and the smaller felines suggest that winning isn’t actually everything.” - ALA Booklist Praise for UNICORN THINKS HE’S PRETTY GREAT: “[A] hilarious friendship story...with lots of giggle-worthy details. An ideal choice for fans of silliness.” - School Library Journal Praise for UNICORN THINKS HE’S PRETTY GREAT: “Shea’s cleverly written tale makes this a standout...This tale of discovered friendship will delight unicorn fans and perhaps create new fans for goats.” - Booklist (starred review) Praise for DINOSAUR VS. MOMMY: “Shea’s buoyant, emotive artwork and sharp comic timing make Dinosaur’s [sixth] story feel as fresh and funny as his first one.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review) Praise for BALLET CAT: THE TOTALLY SECRET SECRET: “This early reader has simple, vivacious cartoon artwork...Shea’s signature style and bright bold colors add to the fun...will have broad appeal.” - School Library Journal (starred review) Praise for BALLET CAT: DANCE! DANCE! UNDERPANTS!: “Another fun addition to the series that readers will love.” - School Library Journal Ever since they were a dot and a speck, Circle and Square have been best friends. Then someone new comes along: a cool, exciting Triangle. And three starts to feel like a crowd. . . . With their friendship bent out of shape, can they put it back together again? Marcie Colleen   has been a teacher, an actress, and a nanny, but now she spends her days writing children’s books. The author of the Super Happy Party Bears series, she lives with her husband in San Diego, California. Visit her at www.thisismarciecolleen.com. Bob Shea has written and illustrated over a dozen picture books, including the po