A Year in Art: The Activity Book - Hardcover

Christiane Weidemann; Anne-Katrin Funck; Doris Kutschbach

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 3791371940 ISBN 13: 9783791371948

Publisher: Prestel, 2015

Synopsis

Now available in a new edition, this unique book allows kids to interactively explore the world s great masterpieces through games, puzzles, colouring and other activities.

What better way to learn about art than to create your own masterpiece alongside another, find hidden details that add to an understanding of the artwork, read fascinating stories about how the work came to be created, or take an entertaining quiz that leads to a deeper appreciation of techniques and themes. This beautifully designed activity book introduces children to many of the world s greatest artworks ranging from African masks and Japanese prints to European paintings and modern art. Hands-on projects are sure to spark children s imaginations while imparting important knowledge that will serve them well as they grow older. The book is perfect for all kinds of drawing and the exquisite reproductions will impress kids of all ages. Whether used at home or in a classroom, this engaging and enriching book will delight children, their parents and teachers with its endless opportunities to create and learn about art.

About this title

Review:

The ultimate book in this genre is the wonderful A Year in Art... a luscious tome which uses masterpieces as the launch pad for quizzes, stories and art projects. My nine year old is already an addict --David Redhead, V&A Magazine (October 2009)

About the Author:

Christiane Weidemann is an art historian and author of books on art for children and adults. Anne-Katrin Funck is an art historian and author of books on art for children and adults. Doris Kutschbach is an art historian and author of books on art for children and adults.

About this edition

• Publisher: Prestel
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 3791371940
• ISBN 13: 9783791371948
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 376