Discovering Great Artists, Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters

Discovering Great Artists, Hands-On Art for Children in the Styles of the Great Masters by Maryann F. Kohl, Kim Solga, illustrated by Rebecca Van Slyke

With Discovering Great Artists, children ages 4 to 12 will experience and enjoy painting, sculpting, drawing, and building works of art in the styles of the great masters, such as Van Gogh, Michelangelo, and Rembrandt. This book contains 150 art ideas divided into five main chapters, based on Long Ago Masters, Masters of the Renaissance, Baroque and Romantic Masters, Impressionist Masters, and Masters of Abstract and Pop Art. The sixth chapter is filled with games and learning materials children can make that will help them remember, learn, and enjoy the great masters and their works. A brief biography of each artist is included with a fully-illustrated, child-tested art activity, including such great artists as:

• Da Vinci - Invention Art
• Monet - Dabble in Paint
• Picasso - Fractured Friends
• O'Keeffe - Close Up Flowers
• Lichtenstein - Comic Dots
• Kahlo - Special Self-Portrait
• ...and many more easy, child-centered activities.

This book is a perfect supplement to any art curriculum!

Book Details:

• Number of Pages: 160
• Book Size: 11" x 8-1/2"
• Book Type: Paperback
• Recommended Ages: 4 through 12
• ISBN 10: 0935607099
• ISBN 13: 978-0935607093

Book Condition:

• This book is brand new and is in perfect condition. 

Why We Love It

This book is a great introduction to fine art and great artists. The projects are engaging, easy to set up and accomplish, and are thought provoking.