Children's Book of Art

Author DK
Hardcover
$24.99 US
9.56"W x 11.38"H x 0.64"D  
On sale Aug 15, 2023 | 152 Pages | 9780744082760
Grades 2-6

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Go on an artistic journey around the world in this children’s introduction.

Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children’s guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of art and celebrates different styles from every continent!

Children aged 9+ can enjoy reading about early art right through to present day, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great artists and sculptors, from Leonardo da Vinci to Tracey Emin and Henry Moore. All the essential information about art is covered, including the major movements, artists from around the world and techniques.

This art book for children offers: 

- Chapters which cover a huge range of artistic styles, from the very first cave paintings to contemporary art installations.
- Profiles of influential artists from Katsushika Hokusai to Jackson Pollock.
- A focus on key techniques and the famous artists who used them.Fun activities to create frescoes and sculptures for yourself. 

Children’s Book of Art is full of facts and photos highlighting artistic styles from across the globe, from the very earliest cave paintings through to Renaissance art and surrealism, via China’s terracotta army and African sculptors. 

Plus, there are fun activities and projects so children can create their own works of art – making it the perfect gift for budding painters and sculptors.

More in the series

The Children’s Book of series inspires young learners to dive into their favorite topic and immerse themselves in the ins and outs, from fun facts to experts in the field. If you liked Children’s Book of Art, then why not try the guide for budding musicians, Children’s Book of Music?
We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

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Go on an artistic journey around the world in this children’s introduction.

Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children’s guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the world of art and celebrates different styles from every continent!

Children aged 9+ can enjoy reading about early art right through to present day, and learn about the fascinating lives and achievements of great artists and sculptors, from Leonardo da Vinci to Tracey Emin and Henry Moore. All the essential information about art is covered, including the major movements, artists from around the world and techniques.

This art book for children offers: 

- Chapters which cover a huge range of artistic styles, from the very first cave paintings to contemporary art installations.
- Profiles of influential artists from Katsushika Hokusai to Jackson Pollock.
- A focus on key techniques and the famous artists who used them.Fun activities to create frescoes and sculptures for yourself. 

Children’s Book of Art is full of facts and photos highlighting artistic styles from across the globe, from the very earliest cave paintings through to Renaissance art and surrealism, via China’s terracotta army and African sculptors. 

Plus, there are fun activities and projects so children can create their own works of art – making it the perfect gift for budding painters and sculptors.

More in the series

The Children’s Book of series inspires young learners to dive into their favorite topic and immerse themselves in the ins and outs, from fun facts to experts in the field. If you liked Children’s Book of Art, then why not try the guide for budding musicians, Children’s Book of Music?

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We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in.
 
From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books. 

https://www.dk.com/ View titles by DK

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