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Harlem: A Poem
Walter Dean Myers writes an inspiring poem about the history of Harlem. Illustrated by his father with beautiful collage work, art, music and everyday happenings of this legendary city are brought to life for the reader. Your child will enjoy this award-winning lyrical poem. Caldecott Honor, 1998
Ages:
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader,
Third-grader
Themes:
Art,
Family,
Multicultural,
Poetry
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
Painted Dreams
Little Marie dreams about being an artist. Whenever she is not doing chores for her family, she uses leftover paints, feathers, and goat hair to create new works of art. This beautifully illustrated story set in Haiti presents details about Haitian art and ways of life.
Ages:
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader,
Third-grader
Themes:
Art,
Family,
Multicultural
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
Picture This...
At first glance, with large, beautiful illustrations and bold-print words, Picture This... seems like the perfect book for the youngest reader. However, with a closer look, you can find a subtle storyline and many hidden surprises.
Ages:
Toddler,
Preschooler,
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader
Themes:
Art,
Seasons
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
The Big Orange Splot
Mr. Plumbean's house is exactly the same as all his neighbors'--until a seagull spills a can of orange paint on it. This prompts multiple outrageous decorating ideas that surprise everyone on his street. This book sends a subtle, yet powerful message about being yourself.
Ages:
Preschooler,
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader,
Third-grader
Themes:
Art,
Feelings,
Friends
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
Visiting the Art Museum
This lighthearted, comic-book style story takes readers on a trip through an art museum. As a family wanders through a museum, different types of art are introduced.
Ages:
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader
Themes:
Art,
Family,
Multicultural
Types:
Read Aloud
Frida
The remarkable and inspirational life of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is celebrated in this exceptional picture book. The pivotal events that greatly influenced her painting career are told through simple text and original illustrations that resemble Frida's work. Available in English and Spanish.
La vida extraordinaria e inspiradora de la artista mexicana Frida Kahlo es celebrada en este libro ilustrado. Eventos importantes que influyeron en su arte son contados con texto sencillos e ilustraciones originales parecidas a la obra de Frida. También disponible en inglés.
Ages:
Preschooler,
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader
Themes:
Art,
Biography,
Spanish & Bilingual
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
Museum ABC
For each letter of the alphabet, four paintings from the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York have been selected to illustrate a word starting with the letter. The paintings come from ancient to modern times, demonstrating the universality of some subjects, such as apples, cats, games, and light.
Ages:
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader,
Third-grader
Themes:
Art
Types:
Read Aloud,
Read to Self
The First Anti-Coloring Book: Creative Activities for Ages 6 and Up
There is plenty of room for imagination and creativity in this craft book. Partially finished drawings, and subtle suggestions, provide inspiration for the young artist.
Ages:
Preschooler,
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader
Themes:
Art,
Crafts and Activities
Types:
Read Aloud
The Spider and the Fly
The infamous poem about a hungry spider and an innocent fly by Mary Botham Howitt is retold in this award-winning version. Amazing black and white illustrations bring life and humor to this dark tale.
Ages:
Kindergartner,
First-grader,
Second-grader
Themes:
Art,
Nature,
Poetry
Types:
Read Aloud
The Z Was Zapped
This stunning alphabet book by award-winning author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg is a must have for every library. Striking black and white illustrations present the letters of the alphabet in a series of 26 acts. Children will enjoy the clever spin on each letter, where A gets buried in an avalanche and V vanishes off the page.
Ages:
Preschooler,
Kindergartner,
First-grader
Themes:
Art,
Letters and Numbers
Types:
Read Aloud
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