Great American Artists for Kids: Hands-On Art Experiences in the Styles of Great American Masters
Fun and easy art-appreciation activities abound in this resource that features 75 American artists from colonial times to the present. A brief biography for each artist tells why his or her work is important, and a kid-tested art activity tries out the artist’s approach. For Georgia O’Keeffe, the activity is a desert painting; for Frederic Remington, a face cast; for Leroy Nieman, a sketch of athletes; and for James Whistler, a clay engraving. Projects stress the creative process and encourage kids to try unusual techniques such as block printing, soak-stain, and stone carving as they learn about architecture, drawing, painting, photography, and sculpture.
Thirty charming, full-page portraits of furry felines jumping rope, blowing out birthday candles, decorating a Christmas tree and more, all ready to be colored with crayons, paints, or pencils. Each picture accompanied by a short, easy-to-read poem. Fun for use at home or in the classroom.
"Frankenstein, for that is your name, isn´t it? Or should I call you ´Father´?" "Call me what you like." "Why did you bring me into this world of hate, Frankenstein?" I was surprised by how well he spoke. "It is not a world of hate. It is a world of love." "Love? What is love? You have shown me no love. The world has shown me nothing but hate!"
