Curricula and Learning Links - Art
Living Books for Studying Art
Non-Fiction
Short Lessons In Art History by Phyllis Clausen Barker has a page or two of text about the artist, a black and white image of the artist and a famous work by him. There are four or five discussion questions for each artist, as well as, a glossary. It's biggest drawback is that it is not in color.
Short Lessons in Art History: Artists and Their Work
Exercises and Activity Book
The Annotated Mona Lisa by Carol Strickland, Ph.D. has a section on Renaissance art, artists, and architechture. Both color and black and white images. No discussion questions.
The History of Art by Janson. Classic text of art history.
Books by Lucy Micklethwait. These picture books introduce art in a fun way to preschoolers and early elementary students. Even adults enjoy these!
Child's Book of Art
I Spy: An Alphabet in Art
I Spy a Lion: Animals in Art
I Spy Shapes in Art
Linnea in Monet's Garden by Cristina Bjork, Lena Anderson, and Joan Sandin. Linnea tells children about her trip to Paris and teaches much about Monet's life and work.
Benjamin West and His Cat Grimalkin by Marguerite Henry. Story of an American Quaker boy from a humble family who grew up to be a portrait painter for British royalty.
Come Look With Me series. Beautiful books that have art with a story and thought provoking questions. Written by Gladys BlizzardCome Look With Me: Animals in Art
Come Look With Me: Exploring Landscape Art With Children
Come Look With Me: World of Play
Come Look With Me: Art in Early America
Come Look With Me: The Artist at Work
Picture This: Perception and Composition Book that helps young artists realize how shapes can create a mood.
Sister Wendy books -- Sister Wendy shares her vast knowledge of art history in a straightforward manner. Here are a couple of favorites.
Sister Wendy's Story of Painting
A Child's Book of Prayer in Art
Sister Wendy also has a series of books that highlight art from different eras and geographical locations.
Fiction
The Second Mrs. Gioconda by E.L. Konigsburg
I, Juan de Pareja by Elizabeth Borton De Trevino
