The Art Book for Children

The Art Book for Children

by Amanda Renshaw (Author)

Synopsis

Following the international success of The Art Book for Children (Book One), this second volume features a fresh variety of paintings, sculptures and photographs by artists from the Renaissance to the present day, offering a perfect introduction to art for children everywhere. Thirty new artists, from Durer to Hockney, appear in this book, with work specially selected to encourage children to learn and interact with art - inviting them to ask questions about why artists do what they do. With interactive features and intriguing topics for discussion, both volumes of The Art Book for Children are great fun for young readers, ideal tools for educators and parents, and perfect introductions for those approaching art for the first time.

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 80
Edition: Yellow Book
Publisher: Phaidon Press
Published: 01 Sep 2007

ISBN 10: 0714847054
ISBN 13: 9780714847054
Children’s book age: 7-9 Years

Media Reviews
A perfect introduction to art for parents and children to enjoy together... Simple, clear and fun. -The Guardian The Art Book For Children draws young readers first into the subject, then deftly into the form, of paintings from the Mona Lisa to Warhol's Marilyn Monroe. -The Times Stylish, and exciting without being silly. -Sunday Times Culture Stylish, welcoming introduction to art... The book is bursting with exuberant questions... and determined to open young eyes and minds. -The Observer A fine sourcebook; recommended for all collections. -Library Journal The book will stimulate discussion and a higher level of appreciation of art. -School Library Journal
Author Bio
Amanda Renshaw, formerly a specialist in Impressionist and Modern Art at Christies, is currently Editorial Director at Phaidon Press.