Painting (Start With Art: Heinemann Read and Learn: Level K) - Softcover

Thomas, Isabel

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1432950258 ISBN 13: 9781432950255

Publisher: Heinemann, 2011

Synopsis

This book introduces the reader to painting, examining what painting is, what paintings can be made of, what paintings can show, differences in size, technique and style, historical and modern examples, and examples from different cultures.

About this title

About the Author:

Isabel Thomas studied Human Sciences at Oxford University before working in the wonderful world of children's publishing. She has written dozens of books for children and teenagers, and is a trained literacy tutor. Isabel lives in Cambridge, UK, with her husband and three rambunctious sons.

Review:

This series explains art forms to early elementary students in straightforward language, with examples drawn from a wide range of countries. Every page features two simple sentences in large font under a color photograph. The layout is eye-catching and ap --Library Media Connection

With only two sentences per page, these are simple introductions to some types of visual arts for young children. Illustrations include reproductions of famous works in different styles. Photos show children painting, drawing, and making collages, helping --The Horn Book

About this edition

• Publisher: Heinemann
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1432950258
• ISBN 13: 9781432950255
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 24