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Book Review A Childs Introduction to Art The Worlds Greatest Paintings and Sculptures (A Childs Introduction Series)

by Heather Alexander

Book Details

Publisher:Black Dog & Leventhal
Published:2014
Pages:96
Format:ebook
Language:English
ISBN:1579129560

Reading Info

Age Range:8-12

About This Book

The newest volume in Black Dog's best-selling, award-winning Child's Introduction series explores the fascinating world of art and artists and includes do-it-yourself art projects throughout. In the tradition of Black Dog's best-selling Child's Introduction books, which include The Story of the Orchestra and A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky, A Child's Introduction to Art introduces kids ages 9 through 12 to the art world's most famous painters, styles, and periods, all brought to life thr

Our Review

This engaging art history book takes young readers on a journey through the world's most famous paintings and artists, presenting masterpieces from various periods and styles in an accessible format. The book cleverly balances educational content about art movements and techniques with interactive elements that bring the material to life. Children will encounter vibrant reproductions of iconic works alongside clear explanations of artistic concepts, making complex ideas understandable for developing minds. The thoughtful organization allows readers to explore different eras systematically while maintaining a sense of discovery.

What truly sets this art education resource apart are the hands-on creative projects that accompany each section, allowing children to experiment with techniques they've just learned about. Budding artists will appreciate how the book connects historical context with practical application, transforming passive learning into active creation. The combination of art appreciation lessons with do-it-yourself activities makes this particularly valuable for visual learners and children who benefit from kinesthetic experiences. This approach not only builds art knowledge but also encourages creative confidence through immediate application of concepts.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction