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Books > Children's & Educational > The arts > General
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Andy Warhol, the ground-breaking pop artist. Little Andy was the
tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple from
Slovakia who lived in Pittsburgh. Sketchbook glued to his hand, he
loved every minute of drawing, but he was too shy to show his work
to others, even to his family! As an adult he got a chance to
publish his first illustration for a glamorous magazine. He turned
his attention to the ordinary, like soup cans he ate from for lunch
every day. He showed the world that the ordinary objects could POP,
and founded a cultural movement, becoming one of the most famous
artists of the 20th Century. This moving book features stylish and
quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a
biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile
of the inspiring artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a
bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the
lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to
scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things,
yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series
offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of
formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for
reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning
cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even
more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to
children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who
will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
Creative form drawing helps children develop hand to eye
co-ordination, spatial orientation, observation skills, attention,
confident movement, drawing skills and the foundation skills for
handwriting. Originally developed by Rudolf Steiner, creative form
drawing is used widely in Steiner and Waldorf Schools to enable
healthy child development and learning. Form drawing can also be
used for helping transform learning difficulties. This books covers
the why, what and how of creative form drawing, providing a
comprehensive, practical resource for teachers of children aged 6
to 12 years.
Teens interested in preparing for a career in the arts will find
this introductory resource invaluable as it is the first book to
guide them long before they apply to college or seek a position in
their field. Whether they would like to become actors or
filmmakers, artists, architects, dancers, musicians or singers,
photographers, or writers, this book will show them how to do so.
For each of the arts, an overview of the career, training, and a
discussion of related careers is provided, along with lists of
books, web sites, and organizations for further information.
Sections directed to parents and teachers of the teens, with advice
on how to support and encourage teens in their careers, are also
included. Teens wanting to gain an edge in their craft by
practicing and preparing early will find a wealth of information:
advice from experts in each field provide an inside look on what
skills are necessary for the twenty-first century. Suggestions for
building discipline are provided, such as keeping a writing or
sketching journal, and finding the proper trainers in music, dance,
and acting. Contests and other opportunities that teens can submit
work to or apply for auditions are provided, along with an
extensive list of books, trade journals, Web sites, and
professional and non-professional organizations. Using the
resources in this book will ensure teens are experienced and
well-prepared in their art form when they apply to college or other
professional training and seek positions in their field.
In An Artist's Eyes, follow Jo as he journeys through the world of
colour and creativity in an empowering story of confidence and
imagination. Jo is a little boy who desperately wants to 'see like
an artist'. He tries as hard as he can to see the things the way Mo
the artist does, and when he starts to use his imagination, he
realises that the things he can dream up are completely unique.
From the autumn oranges of the forest floor to pink and lilac
pigeons in flight, Mo teaches Jo to trust his own eyes, and to see
like an artist. This is a magical story about the power of
imagination and discovering that our individual perspectives make
us all artists, and no two artist's eyes are the same.
Toss up a three-pointer, slam a monster dunk, or do a cross-over
that leaves the defender on the floor. Capture the action and
excitement on the basketball court by drawing yourself into the
scene Produced in partnership with Sports Illustrated Kids."
This book captures the experiences of children in U.S. public
schools and how they utilize artmaking to disrupt injustices they
face. These first-time authors, who represent school children,
parents, teachers, and community leaders, focus on artmaking for
social change. Their first-tellings provide thought-provoking
insights regarding the impact of artmaking on their capacity to
promote social justice-oriented work in K-12 school communities. As
the U.S. continues to experience significant demographic shifts,
including increases of homeless children, children identified with
learning differences, thousands of refugees and immigrants,
children living in poverty, children in foster care, and increasing
numbers of Children of Color, those who work in schools will need
to know how to address disparities facing these underserved
communities. These U.S. demographic shifts and issues facing
underserved populations provide opportunities for children,
teachers, families, and school leaders to deepen their
understanding regarding their experiences within their communities
and K-12 schools as well as ways to interrupt oppressive practices
and policies they face every day through art as social action.
Authors call upon decision-makers who serve children from
disenfranchised populations to utilize artmaking to create equal
access for children to explore social justice, equity, reflective
practices, and promote authentic social action and change through
artmaking. Authors reflect on this artmaking process as a catalyst
for increasing consciousness, creating imaginative possibilities,
and facilitating meaningful change in schools. Authors urge readers
to create equal access art spaces to build bridges among schools,
families, and communities. Together, they contend that artmaking
promotes courageous conversations and encourages the exploration of
what it means to live this significant work.
Wildly imaginative drawing and doodling activities for the budding
pop star. Wannabe Cheryls will adore drawing their awesome album
covers, designing their own mega mansions, creating super stage
looks and much, much more!
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Happy to Hear
(Hardcover)
Alexandra Giordano; Illustrated by Madeleine Mae Migallos
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