There are two books in the Great Artist series…both offering engaging hands-on projects specially designed to give kids a glimpse into famous artists and what makes their art special. Kids learn best when they are engaged, posing their own questions and discovering their own answers. And having fun! Let’s never forget fun.
The Great Artist books are an easy way for parents and teachers to encourage fun and exploration. Click the book covers below to learn more!
Discovering Great Artists – 110 amazingly fun and unique projects for kids 4-12 to experience the styles and techniques of the great masters from the Renaissance to the present. A brief biography of each artist is included with a featured work of their art – along with a child-tested art activity exploring the style that made the artist unique. Artists include painters, sculptors, photographers, and many other artistic disciplines. CLICK FOR MORE
Great American Artists for Kids – 75 famous American artists from Colonial times through the present. A brief biography for each artist tells why his or her work is important, a featured work of their art illustrates their technique, and a child-tested art activity explores that style. The open-ended activities are appropriate for a wide age range, from ages 4 through 12. Artists include painters, sculptors, photographers, folk art, illustrators and a wide range of other artistic disciplines. CLICK FOR MORE