The Story of Paintings: A History of Art for Children

by Mick Manning and Brita Granström

Book Overview

From prehistoric cave art to graffiti, this beautiful compendium introduces children to the world of paintings.
Get ready to feast your eyes on an exhibition of fantastic art Kids can time-travel through the centuries and learn all about 39 paintings, from a galloping horse drawn in the Lascaux Caves during the Stone Age, to Botticelli's The Birth of Venus and Vel zquez's Las Meninas, to masterpieces by Dal , Picasso, Kahlo, and Basquiat. Each spread showcases a different painting, along with a profile of the artist, kid-friendly cartoons, and fun prompts that encourage children to ask questions (like, "What do you think Mona Lisa is smiling about?") and spot details in each work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 145492702X
• ISBN13: 9781454927020
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Union Square Kids
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.6" x 11.7"
• Age Range: 8 to 14 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 9