art

When thirteen-year-old Willy Wilson returns to Gloria to enroll in Gill Park Gallery School, he finds himself in the middle of a politically backed struggle to save the park and to solve a treasure hunt.

Offers rationales and strategies to teachers on how to use visual art in the writing workshop, and includes illustrations and worksheets, as well as examples of student writing.

An introduction to the world of art specifically for young children, featuring reproductions of paintings, drawings, weavings, and sculptures, grouped by subject; each with a description, questions, and activities.

Contains step-by-step projects designed to help children understand and enjoy art.

Examines, and gives instruction in, the different styles and techniques that can be used in drawing and painting landscapes and seascapes.

Describes the materials, techniques, and subjects for getting started in painting.

Presents 110 art activities for children based on the styles and techniques of great masters, including Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Monet, Picasso, and many others.

Provides inspiration for landscape painting by presenting the work of six different artists; then offers instructions for creating one's own work.

Presents six portraits to be used as starting points for exploring various artistic techniques. Includes instructions and examples for creating one's own work.

Explains how different artists tell stories in their works and describes how to use similar techniques.