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Packed with 52 fun and colorful exercises geared toward 3- to 6-year-olds, this book offers parents and teachers an outstanding source of creative art activities to inspire and enrich this wide-eyed and open-hearted age group.
Activities are organized by medium and designed to encourage self-expression. Each Lab also features the work of a prominent artist for inspiration. Gorgeous photography shows different results from different people using the same lesson, exemplifying the way the lesson brings out each artist’s personal style.
Have fun:
drawing with food coloring–tinted ice cubes.
painting using a sponge bottle washer and tempera paints.
printmaking using balloons, lace, and potatoes to place ink.
sculpting with tinfoil, paper mache, and paper tubes.
creating mixed media art with fabric, wallpaper samples, and items from nature.
Targeting one of the most critical developmental periods for children, Art Lab for Little Kids is the perfect book for both parents and teachers who are seeking enriching and unique experiences to offer this age group. This inspirational book stands out as a unique reference for creating fine art with children through finding the student’s own voice, marks, and style and with playful lessons that result in significant skill building.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
Publisher : Quarry Books (June 1, 2013)
Language : English
Flexibound : 144 pages
ISBN-10 : 1592538363
ISBN-13 : 978-1592538362
Reading age : 2 – 6 years, from customers
Grade level : Preschool – 2
Item Weight : 1.05 pounds
Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.5 x 8.5 inches
Customers say
Customers find the book has creative art ideas and fun projects for children. They appreciate the clear instructions and illustrations, which are simple and easy to follow. The projects are suitable for both younger and older kids. Overall, customers find the book a great starting point for developing an art curriculum.
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