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Each of the fourteen magnificent paintings in this book contains a different shape for you to find. Some are easy to spot, and others are more challenging. But take a closer look -- after you think you've found them all, there are even more shapes to look at and discover.I Spy Shapes in Art features a remarkable variety of artists from around the world, including Georgia O'Keeffe, Henri Matisse, and M.C. Escher. This picture book pairs a classic game with timeless art, making it the perfect way to introduce fine art to children.
Hardcover: 40 pages
Publisher: Greenwillow Books (August 10, 2004)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0060731931
ISBN-13: 978-0060731939
Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 0.2 x 10.9 inches
Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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Age Range: 4 - 8 years
Grade Level: Preschool - 3
I Spy Shapes in Art is a great introduction for young children into the world of art. Each two-page spread contains, on the lefthand page, the words "I spy with my little eye and a certain shape to look for. The right hand page contains a large reproduction of a work of art by a variety of artist from around the world.This is a neat twist on the old game I Spy. A complete art lesson is one simple picture book.I would recommend this to kids ages 4-8 who are interested in art. It's great for children and parents to look at and discuss together.
[This review first appeared in the "Ephrata (Pa.) Review."]This book grew out of a version of the kid's game "I Spy" the author played with her children--using paintings by renowned artists such as Matisse, Georgia O'Keeffe, and Andy Warhol. "By making these paintings accessible," she writes, "I was enabling my children to build up a store of images in their own minds which must inevitably lead to some interest in fine art."Whether or not that happens, it's still fun to locate various geometric shapes in the artwork, such as an oval in Paul Klee's "Around the Fish" or a heart in Fernand Leger's "Composition with Hand and Hats."
Built on the "I Spy with my little eye" games familiar from driving trips, Micklethwait encourages her young readers to find shapes in 14 famous paintings from artists ranging from Warhol to Matisse. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn to look at art in a new way and introduce some of the world's best known talents.
Beautiful book! Only wish it had some more options as to what shapes you are looking for. My son was totally familiar with the book after 2 or 3 readings so we make up other shapes to look for. But still loved it!
I'm going to keep it short and sweet, it worked really well with kindergarten and first grade. It's a great interactive tool and students get to see artwork that they may not be able to see otherwise. Also, a great time filler!
I adore this entire series of books. I work at a public library and we have created a "Children's Favorites" area; this series is included. Highly recommend.
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