Overview

Take a colorful adventure through art history with Fred Alien-an out-of-this-world explorer who's fascinated by Earth's greatest art! From prehistoric cave paintings to masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso and Frida Kahlo, to modern legends like Basquiat and Banksy, Fred has seen it all-and now he's sharing it with you! This interactive and educational book is perfect for young creatives ages 8-12 (and art lovers of all ages!). With 15 hands-on activities (and three bonus activities!), readers will have fun experimenting with art techniques while learning about famous art movements. Inside, you'll discover: ✨ Fascinating stories behind iconic artworks and the artists who created them. ���� Art from every corner of the world - from Japanese woodblock prints to African masks, Mexican murals, and more. ���� Easy-to-follow activities, from painting your own masterpieces to making Cubist collages. ���� Fun illustrations and Fred Alien's quirky commentary that make learning entertaining! Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, or family art time!

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""Here's one of the best art history books for kids you'll ever find! I was incredibly impressed by this, and the fourth graders couldn't get enough! A beautifully presented book that takes readers on a journey through the world of art. Ranging from prehistoric cave paintings to Da Vinci to Banksy and everything in between. With a friendly alien guide named Fred, children explore different art movements, famous artists, and cultural influences, all while learning the significance of art throughout history. It highlights fascinating historical sites such as the Lascaux Cave in France, the Terracotta Army in China, and the mysterious Nazca lines. This unique combination of art history and world exploration took our class on a fascinating journey capturing the imagination of every student. Throughout the book, there are a number of interesting art projects adding a wonderful interactive element to each section. As we went through the book we really took our time and used YouTube to go into more depth about a lot of the historical sites. We found some amazing documentaries and short bios about many of the artists as well. The combination of this book, videos online and the art projects within, allowed for some of the most interesting classes we've ever had. I really can't recommend this book enough! This is absolutely a must have for the classroom. The fourth graders learned so much and genuinely developed an appreciation for art and history. Honestly, this book is a gem and definitely worth picking up. The world needs more books like this!"" - Shanna B, Homeschool Mom and Blogger (via Instagram) ""As both an artist and a mother, I'm always looking for books that inspire creativity while capturing the wonder of making art. The History of Art for Kids does exactly that-it blends a comprehensive history of art from cave painting through contemporary art with engaging illustrations that invite children to explore their own creativity and increase their knowledge of the art world."" - Sharon S, Mother and Professional Artist (via Amazon) ""The History of Art for Kids is an amazing, well crafted, fun art history book, not just for kids! Fred Alien is an engaging leader throughout the entire book. My favorite part are the fun exercises to create your own art while studying and learning along the way. This book is an excellent guide through a vast understanding of art history while remaining approachable for children. There are plenty of beautiful visuals, contextual explanations, and timelines to understand and retain the world of art. There's no better way to learn about art than to interact with art itself! This book is a piece of art!!"" - Michelle H, Professional Artist and Art Teacher (via Amazon)

Author Information

Fred Alien (his real name can't be pronounced by Earthlings) is an extraterrestrial art history extraordinaire. He has extensively traveled throughout space and time to study intergalactic history.Fred holds a PhD in Planetary History from Universe University and has a passion for sharing the vast knowledge he has gained from his travels. Fred's love of history has compelled him to write countless books, but The History of Art for Kids is his first that is specially crafted for Earthlings.When not exploring the cosmos, Fred enjoys cherishing his loving family. He has been happily married for over 300 (Earth) years and is a proud father of 18 incredible extraterrestrial children. Julia Kobus is a Brazilian artist from the cityof Curitiba, Paraná. At an early age, sheuncovered a love of drawing and painting, following in the footsteps of her father, anartist and illustrator. As a child, Julia and herfamily moved to the United States, whereshe dove into the world of art schools andexhibits.Julia attended U. B. Kinsey/PalmviewElementary School of the Arts and ArmoryArt Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Shelater returned to her hometown, where shestudied graphic design at The PontificalCatholic University of Paraná. In 2017, Juliagraduated with a degree in Visual Arts fromthe State University of Paraná.Julia is a versatile visual artist whoseexpertise lies in many areas includingdrawings, paintings, engravings, and murals.As an art educator, she hopes her passionfor art will inspire the next generation ofartists and art lovers.

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