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By Peter Stephan JungkIllustrated by John Martinez This beautifully rendered children’s work tells the story of Adele Bloch-Bauer, the elegant daughter of a Viennese banking family who would grow up to marry the wealthy sugar manufacturer Ferdinand Bloch and later be immortalized in one of the greatest portraits of the twentieth century. Illustrated with all of the pattern, color, and gilt of fin-de-siècle Vienna, this sophisticated storybook is a delight for children and adults alike. Hardcover34 pagesAge range: 5–6Neue Galerie New York, 2009 9.3 x 11.3 x 0.4 inchesISBN 9781931794183Children's, Art History

Adorable Adele

By Bérénice Capatti and Shannon A. WhiteIllustrated by Octavia Monaco Bank Street College, Best Children's Books of the Year, 2006"This quirky distillation of Klimt's essence is particularly notable for its luminous, gold-leafed multimedia paintings that effectively evoke the Viennese Secessionist painter's individualistic style. . . . Monaco's illustrations are so unique that libraries with strong artistic picture-book collections won't want to pass this by."—Kirkus Reviews"The depiction of an artist to whom work is more important than family, wealth, or recognition, comes through with force ? and with great charm."—Publishers Weekly Katze, the loyal cat of Gustav Klimt, takes readers on an exciting journey into the world of the famous Viennese painter. From distracting Gustav’s models to tagging along with Gustav on vacations, Katze always provides keen insight into the artist’s work and thoughts. Enchanting illustrations, suggestive of Gustav Klimt’s own style and enlivened by the lovable and curious Katze, make Klimt and His Cat a book for readers of all ages. This book not only teaches about the artwork of the Secessionist artist but also suggests the importance of hard work, dedication, and being true to oneself. Hardcover40 pagesAge range: 8-12 Eerdmans Books, 20048.6 x 0.3 x 12.2 inchesISBN 9780802852823Children's Books, Art History

Klimt and His Cat

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Baby Alpaca Six-Piece Gift Set

The Berlin Bear, a proud symbol of Germany’s capital city since 1280, is not the only German bear with a claim to international fame. What we know today as the Teddy Bear is also a German native. The first stuffed toy bear with movable limbs was designed by the German toy company Steiff in 1902, reaching American shores by 1906. These bears quickly became a universally recognized icon of childhood.Steiff is now one of the world’s most famous collectibles companies, and its toys are highly prized and passed down through generations as family heirlooms.Our bear, a classic 1920 "growler" design, features 5-way articulation, and the now-famous “Knopf im Ohr” ear-button that is the instantly recognizable trademark of the company. Covered in a soft, mohair/cotton blend, this Steiff collectible is expertly handmade in Germany, as was the original bear. Height 13½ in.

Steiff Classic Teddy Bear

Art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world's masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines. Paperback32 pagesAge Range: 6-9 years Prestel Publishing, 20079.5 x 0.1 x 11.1 inches ISBN 9783791337906Children's Activities, Coloring Book

Gustav Klimt Coloring Book

By Shobhna Patel "Beautiful … unique … Tchaikovsky’s ballet dances through the pages as the magnificent art arises from within … a magical reading experience" — Absolutely Mama"The papercut pop-ups are a true piece of art" — Magpie That"Breathtaking … enchanting … simply stunning" — Junior magazine When the clock strikes midnight, Clara's nutcracker toy takes her on a magical journey. Mice become soldiers, candy canes transform into dancers and an enchanted castle emerges out of the mist. In this exquisitely crafted book inspired by Tchaikovsky's ballet, familiar scenes are brought to life by Shobhna Patel's intricate laser-cut pop-up illustrations. Hardcover32 pagesAge range: 3-5Thames & Hudson, 201712.1 x 0.6 x 6.9 inchesISBN 9780500651247Classic, Holiday, Pop-Up Book

The Nutcracker: A Papercut Pop-Up Book

Produced by SteiffHandmade from a luxuriously soft fabric with stitched nose and mouth, embroidered eyes, and the world-famous “Knopf im Ohr” brass-plated ear-button that is the instantly recognizable trademark of the company. Length 8 in. Machine washable at 86°F on gentle cycle.

Steiff Floppy Lamb

PEPIN Label, Sticker & Tape Books contain 32 sheets of high-quality sticker paper with a total of about 250 labels, stickers and strips of sticker tape per volume.The stylish designs come in various shapes and sizes and allow you to label, decorate and seal your envelopes, packages and many other items. The sticker paper is uncoated and easy to write on with pen, pencil or felt marker.32 sheets of high-quality sticker paper with a total of about 250 labels.Language(s): English, German, French and SpanishPepin Press, 20206.5 x 9.5 inchesISBN 9789460094323Stationery

Gustav Klimt Label, Sticker & Tape Book

Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world's masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines. Paperback32 pagesAge range: 4-8Prestel Publishing, 20069.4 x 0.1 x 11 inchesISBN 9783791337128Activity Book

Wassily Kandinsky Coloring Book

Featuring safety eyes, embroidered nose and mouth, and a braided tail. Complete with the world-famous “Knopf im Ohr” brass-plated ear-button that is the instantly recognizable trademark of the Steiff company. Cuddly soft woven fur is machine washable at 86°F on gentle cycle. H. 4 in.

Steiff Mausi Mouse

Josef Hoffmann Beehive textile design, 1907Hand-tailored by Kathe Williams for Neue NOW100% linen with organic cotton lining13 x 9 in.

Neue Baby Bib

By Gabby Dawnay "This may strike you as a peculiar subject for a pop-up book, and it is, but writer Gabby Dawnay and illustrator Lesley Barnes have produced a scintillating thing using geometric patterns, restrained colours and cunning paper engineering. Chunks of sparse text loop around the images, mimicking the shifting steps of a dance."—Financial Times Watch the dancers as they leap, spin, and kick their way through this beautiful pop-up book. Inspired by the eccentric and innovative Bauhaus Triadic Ballet, this gorgeous book explores colors, shapes, patterns, and movements in a visually stunning and enthralling way. With bold artwork rendered in Lesley Barnes' striking style and playful text by Gabby Dawnay, this special pop-up book will appeal to all ages. Hardcover14 pagesAges: 3-7 years Chronicle Books, 20199.4 x 1 x 11.3 inchesISBN 9781786274892Pop-Up Book, Dance, Bauhaus

Bauhaus Ballet Pop-Up Book

WIENER MENAGERIEProduced by Anke Drechsel100% silk velvet, hand-dyed and silk-embroideredH. 4 x L. 6½ in., approximate

Embroidered Velvet Piglet

By Larissa Theule Illustrated by Rebecca Green "Spun from a true anecdote and likely to move adult readers as well as younger ones, this set of quiet encounters between a writer and a child has as much going on between the spare, poetic lines as in them . . . A tribute to the way words can change lives, as well as a rare glimpse of a writer most of us perhaps only think we know.” —Booklist, starred review“ . . . this charmingly enhanced tale has it all: the kindness of a stranger, the loss of a beloved toy, adventures, and even closure. A winsome tale for the young, this could also be of value in high school collections where Kafka is taught.” —School Library Journal, starred review“This reimagined telling has an engaging charm that rings true.” —Kirkus Reviews Inspired by a true story, Kafka and the Doll recounts a remarkable gesture of kindness from one of the world’s most bewildering and iconic writers. In the fall of 1923, Franz Kafka encountered a distraught little girl on a walk in the park. She’d lost her doll and was inconsolable. Kafka told her the doll wasn’t lost, but instead, traveling the world and having grand adventures! And to reassure her, Kafka began delivering letters from the doll to the girl for weeks.The legend of Kafka and the doll has captivated imaginations for decades as it reveals the playful and compassionate side of a man known for his dark and brooding tales. Kafka and the Doll is a testament to living life to the fullest and to the life-changing power of storytelling.Hardcover48 pages Age range: 4-8Viking Books for Young Readers, 20218.5 x 10.5 inchesISBN 9780593116326Children

Kafka and the Doll

By Otfried Preussler “All children who tremble at the thought of witches – allay your fears! – For as of Walpurgis Night last, the bad witches have been rendered powerless and only one good little witch remains. How this came to be is the content of a delightful book to be read in episodes or at one happy sitting…How the little witch casts her most powerful spell will leave readers thoroughly satisfied and young bedtime listeners ready for only pleasant dreams.” —Kirkus Reviews “Once upon a time there was a little witch who was only a hundred and twenty-seven years old”—that’s how the story of the little witch and her talking raven Abraxas begins, and though one hundred and twenty-seven isn’t at all old for a witch, Little Witch already has a big problem. Every year, on Walpurgis Night, all the witches of the land meet to dance on Brocken Mountain. Little Witch is still too little to be invited, but this year she decided to sneak in anyway—and got caught by her evil aunt Rumpumpel! Little Witch is in disgrace. Her broomstick has been burned. She’s been made to walk home. She’s been told that she has a year to pull off some seriously good witchcraft if she wants to be invited to Walpurgis Night ever. And then there’s an even bigger problem: What after all does it mean to be a good witch? One way or another, by the end of the story, Little Witch will have proved herself to be the biggest and best witch of all. Hardcover144 pagesAge range: 5-9 yearsNYR Children's Collection, 2015Originally published in 19575.7 x 0.6 x 8.8 inchesISBN 9781590179345Children's Illustrated Novel, Magic, Folk Tale

The Little Witch

By Colleen Carroll BOOKLIST TOP 10 EARLY LITERACY SERIES"A great way to introduce art to the very young."—The Virginian-Pilot"Boy do I have some great board books for your little art lovers."—The Well-Read Child"Abbeville revamps its series "How Artists See" very successfully in board book form. Topics…all have child appeal."—BooklistThe "How Artists See Jr." board books are a child's first introduction to the magic and beauty of art. Adapted from the acclaimed "How Artists See" series by Colleen Carroll, this new series is perfect for early learners ages 9 months to 6 years. Like a miniature museum exhibit that adult and child can explore together, each books features diverse works of art from around the world, centered on a single theme that little ones love: Babies, Dogs, Horses, or Trains.In How Artists See Jr: Babies, children will encounter pictures of laughing babies, sleeping babies, playing babies, and more, created by Leonardo da Vinci, Mary Cassatt, Keith Haring, and others. The "apples to apples" comparison of similarly themed pictures makes it easy to engage young children, helping them see the familiar in unexpected was while providing parent and child inspiration for thoughtful conversations, playful interactions, and vocabulary enrichment. The book also includes tips designed to encourage interaction while discovering artworks.Board Book22 pagesAge range: 2–4Abbeville Press, 20075.9 x 0.6 x 7.6 inchesISBN 9780789209740Art History, Board Book, Baby/Toddler Friendly

How Artists See Jr.: Babies

Illustrated by Andrew Joyner “Excellent for a first visit to an art museum and as jumping-off point for young artists seeking creative style.” —Booklist, Starred Review“A galloping marvel—enlightening and entertaining.”—Kirkus Reviews “[A] lively excursion into the world of art.”—Publishers Weekly Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum is open for visitors! Inside you will see over thirty pieces of famous horse art. Each one is very different. Why? Because each artist looked at horse in their own unique way. From the mind of Dr. Seuss comes a book to help everyone and anyone understand the sometimes puzzling thing we call Art. Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum is based on a manuscript and sketches by the beloved Dr. Seuss (aka Ted Geisel) Hardcover80 pages Age range: 7 and upRandom House, 20198.3 x 0.5 x 11.2 inchesISBN 9780399559129Children's Art History

Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum

By Shana Gozabsky "A relatable framework through which to access broad-ranging works of art."—Publishers Weekly"The follow up to My Art Book of Love, and it is just as wonderful. The My Art Book... series is my favourite board book series and this book met my high expectations. These two books would also be fantastic as presents."—Baby Librarians The second in an introductory series to fine art, curated for young children as never before: by theme. For children everywhere, sleep is part of their every day... and now, part of their first art collection! 35 full-page artworks from a variety of periods feature sleep in all its forms – from naptime to bedtime, dreaming to waking, sunsets to night skies – accompanied by a brief, tender, read-aloud text. Each work's title and artist's name are included as captions, for true integration of narrative and information. It's the perfect bedtime read for families – artsy or otherwise! Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 2–4Phaidon, 20196.1 x 1.2 x 7.8 inchesISBN 9780714878652Children's, Board Book, Baby/Toddler Friendly

My Art Book of Sleep

Von Erich KästnerIllustriert bei Walter TrierEs ist schon merkwürdig, wenn sich zwei Mädchen in einem Ferienheim gegenüberstehen und feststellen, dass sie sich gleichen wie ein Ei dem anderen. Luise Palfy aus Wien hat zwar lange Locken und Lotte Körner aus München zwei geflochtene Zöpfe—das ist aber auch wirklich der einzige Unterschied. Sie beschließen, dem Geheimnis ihrer Ähnlichkeit auf den Grund zu gehen: Luise fährt als Lotte nach München zurück und Lotte als Luise nach Wien. Hardcover171 pagesAge Range: 6 and upText in German Atrium Publishing House, 2018Originally published in 19496.1 x 0.9 x 8.1 inchesISBN 9783855356058Adventure, Juvenile Fiction

Das doppelte Lottchen

WIENER MENAGERIEProduced by Anke Drechsel100% silk velvet, hand-dyed and silk-embroideredH. 6 x W. 5 in.

Embroidered Velvet Frog

By Brothers GrimmIllustrated and retold by Paul O. Zelinsky Caldecott Medal Winner Surely among the most original and gifted of children’s book illustrators, Paul O. Zelinsky has once again with unmatched emotional authority, control of space, and narrative capability brought forth a unique vision for an age-old tale. Few artists at work today can touch the level at which his paintings tell a story and exert their hold.Zelinsky’s retelling of Rapunzel reaches back beyond the Grimms to a late-seventeenth-century French tale by Mlle. la Force, who based hers on the Neapolitan tale Petrosinella in a collection popular at the time. The artist understands the story’s fundamentals to be about possessiveness, confinement, and separation, rather than about punishment and deprivation. Thus the tower the sorceress gives Rapunzel here is not a desolate, barren structure of denial but one of esoteric beauty on the outside and physical luxury within. And the world the artist creates through the elements in his paintings the palette, control of light, landscape, characters, architecture, interiors, costumes speaks to us not of an ugly witch who cruelly imprisons a beautiful young girl, but of a mother figure who powerfully resists her child’s inevitable growth, and of a young woman and man who must struggle in the wilderness for the self-reliance that is the true beginning of their adulthood.As ever, and yet always somehow in newly arresting fashion, Paul O. Zelinsky’s work thrillingly shows us the events of the story while guiding us beyond them to the truths that have made it endure.Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 5-8Dutton Books for Young Readers, 19979 x 12 inchesISBN 9780525456070Children's, Story Book

Rapunzel

PEPIN Label, Sticker & Tape Books contain 32 sheets of high-quality sticker paper with a total of about 250 labels, stickers and strips of sticker tape per volume. The stylish designs come in various shapes and sizes and allow you to label, decorate and seal your envelopes, packages and many other items. The sticker paper is uncoated and easy to write on with pen, pencil or felt marker.Paperback64 pagesText in English, German, French, Spanish Pepin Press, 20189.45 x 0.16 x 12.17 inchesISBN 9789460094262Activity Book

Flora Label, Sticker & Tape Book

By Julie SafirsteinBloom is a round-shaped book whose pages open like petals, revealing a delicate bouquet of flowers. Open Julie Safirstein’s work and enter a poetic garden full of colourful overlays, both bright and pastel. This pop-up book full of folds appeals to one’s sense of play and imagination.Paperback10 pages, 5-color Pantone printing Éditions du livre, 20215.5 x 5.5 inchesISBN 9791090475328Children's Book, Interactive

Bloom

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Gesamtkunstwerk Baby Sweater

By Ludwig Wittgenstein Translated by Bettina FunckeIntroduction by Désirée Weber Wittgenstein's dictionary for children: a rare and intriguing addition to the philosopher's corpus, in English for the first time. "Wittgenstein’s keen interest in how his students were learning the use of words and their spelling becomes clear through his justifications and explanations provided in the dictionary’s preface. His meticulous choices and attention to detail in how to construct the book helped to “guard [the student] against confusions in the best way possible.”—Désirée Weber, Lapham's Quarterly"A compelling artifact of a brilliant philosopher."—Thessaly La Force, T Magazine"I had never thought the dictionaries would be so frightfully expensive. I think, if I live long enough, I will produce a small dictionary for elementary schools. It appears to me to be an urgent need." —Ludwig WittgensteinIn 1925, Ludwig Wittgenstein, arguably one of the most influential philosophers of the 20th century, wrote a dictionary for elementary school children. His Wörterbuch für Volksschulen (Dictionary for Elementary Schools) was designed to meet what he considered an urgent need: to help his students learn to spell. Wittgenstein began teaching kids in rural Austria in 1920 after abandoning his life and work at Cambridge University. During this time there were only two dictionaries available. But one was too expensive for his students, and the other was too small and badly put together. So Wittgenstein decided to write one.Word Book is the first-ever English translation of Wörterbuch. This publication aims to encourage and reinvigorate interest in one of the greatest modern philosophers by introducing this gem of a work to a wider audience. Word Book also explores how Wörterbuch portends Wittgenstein's radical reinvention of his own philosophy and the enduring influence his thinking holds over how art, culture and language are understood.Word Book is translated by writer and art historian Bettina Funcke, with a critical introduction by scholar Désirée Weber, and accompanied with art by Paul Chan.Hardcover 96 pagesText in German and EnglishBadlands Unlimited, 20205.7 x 0.6 x 8.2 inches ISBN 9781943263240 Theory, Philosophy, Education

Word Book

By Julie Merberg and Suzanne Bober With a narrative that will entertain art lovers of all ages, this new board book is a fun way to introduce young children to fine art. The sleepy trees, golden haystacks, and juicy fruits of In the Garden with Van Gogh will delight little ones. Playful rhyming texts accompany the artists timeless paintings in this little masterpiece. Hardcover 22 pagesAge range: 5-6 yearsChronicle Books, 20025.5 x 0.5 x 5.8 inchesISBN 9780811834155Board Book, Baby/Toddler-Friendly

In the Garden with Van Gogh

By Maria-Christina Sayn-Wittgenstein NottebaumForeward by Gary Tinterow "Old Masters Rock shares a passion for art that will excite young art detectives and adults alike."—Armadillo Magazine U.K."...it's an excellent resource for families or for primary school teachers."—Red Reading Hub, Jillrbennett's Reviews of Children's Books"...It's perfect for teachers who are taking classes on school trips, as it's full of ideas to enthuse children."—Parents in Touch, Book Reviews - Non Fiction Ages 7-11 ".....A fine introduction to Brueghel, Delacroix, Rembrandt, and other painters that actively encourages readers to develop visual literacy through observation and imagination."—Publishers Weekly Old Masters Rock is a book for parents and children to look at together. It introduces the type of questions that help us discover things about a work of art and how we feel about it. Whether you are an adult or a child, curiosity should be your starting point, as it reveals what interests you in a painting. Features such as "Art Detectives" encourage children to solve clues and "Fun Facts" help them remember the pictures. Throughout, the emphasis is on looking at the paintings and drawing one’s own conclusions about what one is seeing. Grouped into 13 themes, such as Animals, the Natural World, Action Heroes, Myth & Magic, Fabulous Faces, and more, 50 paintings from the 14th century through to the early 20th century are featured. Different styles, from the early Renaissance, through Baroque, Mannerist, Realist, and Impressionist, are included. Well-known artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Holbein, Rubens, Velasquez, Constable, Degas, Manet, Van Gogh, and Munch are featured, as well as less familiar artists who will quickly become favorites.Hardcover112 pagesAge range: 4-9Pimpernel Press, 20178.5 x 0.7 x 10.8 inchesISBN 9781910258040Art History, Interactive

Old Masters Rock: How to Look at Art with Children

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Hoffmann Pure Silver Tumbler

By Mireille MessierIllustrated by Matte Stephens“[A]n endearing piece of historical fiction, and perhaps an early entry point into Mozart’s oeuvre.” —School Library Journal“Messier’s Vienna burbles with German-language sounds, including a cat’s “miau” and a townsperson’s “Guten morgen,” providing opportunities for readers to imitate along with the starling. Stephens renders high-contrast illustrations using unlined shapes to create simple, blocky figures portrayed with fanciful skin tones in whimsically off-kilter cityscapes.” —Publishers WeeklyA chance encounter with a starling inspires Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in this picture book based on a true story.Star: The Bird Who Inspired Mozart is based on the true story of how Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, one of the world’s most remarkable musicians, was inspired by one of the world’s most unremarkable birds: a starling. In this charming picture book, author Mireille Messier tells the story of a very special relationship and how it began: with a chance musical encounter. And Matte Stephens’s playful art captures both the grandeur of 18th century Vienna and the budding unlikely friendship between a famous musician and a humble starling. Hardcover36 PagesAge Range: 4-8Tundra Books, 20228.75 x 0.4 x 12.31 inchesISBN 9780735266896Historical Fiction

Star: The Bird Who Inspired Mozart

By Laurie WallmarkIllustrated by Brooke Smart "Youngsters will be fascinated by this engaging biographical selection of an original thinker, which includes elements of STEM and history and provides a picture of a dedicated, resilient woman."―Kirkus Reviews"Wallmark’s lively, detailed text maximizes the appeal of Friedman’s story, focusing on the demand for Elizebeth’s skills apart from those of her acclaimed husband, and Smart’s digitally assembled watercolors sport a vibrant stylishness."―Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"An engaging introduction to a unique woman in a fascinating field."―School Library JournalDecode the story of Elizebeth Friedman, the cryptologist who took down gangsters and Nazi spies.In this picture book biography, young readers will learn all about Elizebeth Friedman (1892–1980), a brilliant American code breaker who smashed Nazi spy rings, took down gangsters, and created the CIA's first cryptology unit. Her story came to light when her secret papers were finally declassified in 2015. From thwarting notorious rumrunners with only paper and pencil to “counter-spying into the minds and activities of” Nazis, Elizebeth held a pivotal role in the early days of US cryptology. No code was too challenging for her to crack, and Elizebeth’s work undoubtedly saved thousands of lives. Extensive back matter includes explanations of codes and ciphers, further information on cryptology, a bibliography, a timeline of Elizebeth’s life, plus secret messages for young readers to decode.Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 6 and up Abrams Books for Young Readers, 20218.5 x 10.5 x 0.6 inchesISBN 9781419739637Biography, History, World War II

Code Breaker, Spy Hunter: How Elizebeth Friedman Changed the Course of Two World Wars

By Colleen CarrollBOOKLIST TOP 10 EARLY LITERACY SERIES "A great way to introduce art to the very young."—The Virginian-Pilot"Boy do I have some great board books for your little art lovers."—The Well-Read Child"Abbeville revamps its series "How Artists See" very successfully in board book form. Topics…all have child appeal."—BooklistThe "How Artists See Jr." board books are a child's first introduction to the magic and beauty of art. Adapted from the acclaimed "How Artists See" series by Colleen Carroll, this new series is perfect for early learners ages 9 months to 6 years. Like a miniature museum exhibit that adult and child can explore together, each books features diverse works of art from around the world, centered on a single theme that little ones love: Babies, Dogs, Horses, or Trains.In How Artists See Jr: Dogs, children will encounter pictures of big dogs, tiny dogs, mischievous dogs, hunting dogs, and more, created by Paul Gauguin, Norman Rockwell, ancient Egyptian painters, and others. The "apples to apples" comparison of similarly themed pictures makes it easy to engage young children, helping them see the familiar in unexpected ways while providing parent and child inspiration for thoughtful conversations, playful interactions, and vocabulary enrichment. The book also includes tips designed to encourage interaction while discovering the artworks.Board Book22 pagesAge range: 2–4Abbeville Press, 20085.9 x 0.6 x 7.6 inchesISBN 9780789209726Art History, Animals, Board Book, Baby/Toddler Friendly

How Artists See Jr.: Dogs

By Colleen Carroll Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created. Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 8–10 Abbeville Kids, 20017.2 x 0.2 x 9 inchesISBN 9780789206183Art History

How Artists See Artists: Painter, Actor, Dancer, Musician

By Dafna Ben-Zvi Illustrated by Ofra Amit Translated from Hebrew by Annette Appel “Amit’s soft-edged illustrations, done in a palette of muted blues, reds, and grays, depict unclothed animals who walk on all fours and play boisterously but inhabit human homes and write using pen and paper. There is nary a human in sight, which lends a whimsically surreal touch to this gentle friendship tale. In Appel’s translation from Hebrew, Ben-Zvi’s narrative unfolds with a delicate sweetness that never tips into the saccharine. An understated delight from Israel.”—STARRED REVIEW, Kirkus Reviews Winner of Best Early Reader/Chapter Book Award, 2021 Northern Lights Book AwardsWhat do you do when you’re feeling so-so? Do you curl up in a ball or talk with a friend?Snoozie is a cat who doesn’t like moving. Sunny is a dog who’s afraid of the rain. They’re very different, but they are the best of friends. One day, while playing on a balcony, they discover a small, timid dog buried in a basket who has been feeling “so-so” for quite some time. How will this chance encounter change all their lives? Affectionately written by Dafna Ben-Zvi, with sweet and expressive illustrations by Ofra Amit, and translated from Hebrew by Annette Appel, this is a tender story about feeling sad and finding uplift in the presence of accepting friends. Hardcover40 pagesAge range: 6-10Enchanted Lions Books, 20206.375 x 9.1875 inchesISBN 9781592702824 Children's

Snoozie, Sunny, and So-So

By Sibylle von Olfers"This beautifully illustrated book is another classic children's story from the author."—Kindling Magazine"Floris Books offers an amazing array of enchanting story books including The Story of the Butterfly Children. Beautifully illustrated in the art nouveau style, this book really captured the imaginations of our young readers ... Perfect for sharing, this is a beautiful book that also teaches children about the life-cycle of a butterfly."—Creative Steps MagazineFar, far away from here in the magical Butterfly Kingdom live the brilliant and joyful butterfly folk. The little butterfly children are called chrysalids.The butterfly children love dancing among the flowers and visiting their little brothers and sisters the caterpillars. Then, on the first day of spring, they finally get their wings! The sky is full of peacock, swallowtail, cabbage and red admiral butterflies excitedly waiting to begin the torchlight procession.Hardcover28 pagesAge range: 3-5Floris Books, 2021; 2nd Edition Originally published in 19108.5 x 11.7 x 0.8 inchesISBN 9781782507567Classic/Vintage, Folktale

The Story of the Butterfly Children

By Fiona Robinson "This picture-book biography clearly conveys Lovelace’s constricted upbringing, her intellectual brilliance, and her pleasure in applying her mind to a complex challenge."―Booklist"Robinson celebrates Lovelace for her powerful analytical mind in spite of an overbearing mother, an absent father, and a restrictive social position...A fascinating and uplifting STEAM selection, highly recommended for biography collections."―School Library Journal"Robinson’s writing is direct and deft...and mostly accessible to younger readers. But what really steal the show are her whimsical illustrations: paper cutouts arranged in layers and photographed for a striking collage effect."―The Horn BookAda Lovelace (1815–1852) was the daughter of Lord Byron, a poet, and Anna Isabella Milbanke, a mathematician. Her parents separated when she was young, and her mother insisted on a logic-focused education, rejecting Byron’s “mad” love of poetry. But Ada remained fascinated with her father and considered mathematics “poetical science.” Via her friendship with inventor Charles Babbage, she became involved in “programming” his Analytical Engine, a precursor to the computer, thus becoming the world’s first computer programmer. This picture book biography of Ada Lovelace is a compelling portrait of a woman who saw the potential for numbers to make art.Hardcover40 pagesAge range: 6-9Harry N. Abrams, 20168.3 x 11.3 x 0.5 inchesISBN 9781419718724Biography, History

Ada's Ideas: The Story of Ada Lovelace, the World's First Computer Programmer

By Otfried Preussler Illustrated by Winnie Gebhardt-Gayler Translated by Anthea Bell “An enchanting fantasy about the life of a young water sprite growing up in the cool green world of the mill pond. Endowed with a daring spirit, this lively little sprite ventures into many exciting and amusing episodes, including a trip with a strong current over the mill wheel, a joke played on a naive fisherman which saves Cyprian the Carp, a punishment for contracting dry feet, and a host of additional pranks, games and adventures calculated to delight and entertain.” —Kirkus Reviews “Mr. Preussler’s books were read aloud to generations of German children. They adored his characters.” –Douglas Martin, The New York TimesOne spring day, the little Water Sprite is born in a house of reeds at the bottom of a mill pond. Duckweed soup, pickled water fleas, and other dainties are served to celebrate. The little Water Sprite grows up quickly, and soon he is bored of gazing out the window at the newts and fish swimming by. There is a whole new world to see outside his living room, and the little Water Sprite is determined to explore it! In the pond he makes friends with Cyprian the carp and encounters the fearsome nine-eyed lamprey, but his most thrilling adventures await him on dry land.Hardcover 136 pages Age range: 5-9NYR Children's Collection, 2015 Originally Published in 19565.5 x 8.5 inches ISBN 9781590179338Children's Book, Adventure, Fairy Tale, Fantasy

The Little Water Sprite

By Colleen Carroll BOOKLIST TOP 10 EARLY LITERACY SERIES"A great way to introduce art to the very young."—The Virginian-Pilot"Boy do I have some great board books for your little art lovers."—The Well-Read Child"Abbeville revamps its series "How Artists See" very successfully in board book form. Topics…all have child appeal."—BooklistThe "How Artists See Jr." board books are a child's first introduction to the magic and beauty of art. Adapted from the acclaimed "How Artists See" series by Colleen Carroll, this new series is perfect for early learners ages 9 months to 6 years. Like a miniature museum exhibit that adult and child can explore together, each books features diverse works of art from around the world, centered on a single theme that little ones love: Babies, Dogs, Horses, or Trains.In How Artists See Jr: Trains, children will encounter pictures of steam trains, electric trains, morning trains, night trains, and more, created by Georgia O'Keeffe, Claude Monet, Rene Magritte, and others. The "apples to apples" comparison of similarly themed pictures makes it easy to engage young children, helping them see the familiar in unexpected ways while providing parent and child inspiration for thoughtful conversations, playful interactions, and vocabulary enrichment. The book also includes tips designed to encourage interaction while discovering the artworks.Board Book22 PagesAge range: 1-6Abbeville Press, 20085.9 x 0.6 x 7.6 inchesISBN 9780789209719Art History, Board Book, Baby/Toddler Friendly

How Artists See Jr.: Trains

By Colleen Carroll BOOKLIST TOP 10 EARLY LITERACY SERIES"A great way to introduce art to the very young."—The Virginian-Pilot"Boy do I have some great board books for your little art lovers."—The Well-Read Child"Abbeville revamps its series "How Artists See" very successfully in board book form. Topics…all have child appeal."—BooklistThe "How Artists See Jr." board books are a child's first introduction to the magic and beauty of art. Adapted from the acclaimed "How Artists See" series by Colleen Carroll, this new series is perfect for early learners ages 9 months to 6 years. Like a miniature museum exhibit that adult and child can explore together, each books features diverse works of art from around the world, centered on a single theme that little ones love: Babies, Dogs, Horses, or Trains.In How Artists See Jr: Horses, children will encounter pictures of racehorses, pet horses, "horses of a different color," and more, created by Edgar Degas, Utagawa Hiroshige, ancient Greek sculptors, and others. The "apples to apples" comparison of similarly themed pictures makes it easy to engage young children, helping them see the familiar in unexpected ways while providing parent and child inspiration for thoughtful conversations, playful interactions, and vocabulary enrichment. The book also includes tips designed to encourage interaction while discovering the artworks.Board Book22 pagesAge range: 2–4Abbeville Press, 20085.9 x 0.6 x 7.6 inchesISBN 9780789209757Art History, Animals, Board Book, Baby/Toddler Friendly

How Artists See Jr.: Horses

By Doris KutschbachThis beautiful introduction to art and language features some of the world’s most beloved masterpieces as it entices children to discover art, language, objects, and colors. First pictures, first words—this familiar and time-proven book concept for young children is incorporated brilliantly in this multi-lingual art book. The works of Renoir, Kandinsky, Dürer, Rousseau, Franz Marc, and others are featured in beautiful full-page reproductions. Opposite each image is a word that helps describe the painting—for instance “play,” “bunny,” “horse,” “train.” The words are presented in twelve different languages, each with their phonetic pronunciation. Organized thematically, the book touches on a child’s everyday experience through simple and comforting images that will invite further investigation: What are the men playing with? What does the bunny’s fur feel like? How many teddy bears do you see? Together adults and children can explore great works, planting the seeds for an appreciation of the world’s masterpieces and the words to describe them. Please note that Rare/Out-of-Print titles are very limited in stock. Hardcover160 pages80 color illustrationsAge Range: 9 and upPrestel Junior, 20149 x 0.8 x 8.9 inchesISBN 9783791371740Art History, Multilingual

Art: A World of Words

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By Colleen Carroll "Carrolls series... eclipses the competition... "How Artists See" has the makings of a classic—a core experience for budding art enthusiasts to build on."—Publishers Weekly"Wow! . . . It just doesn't get any better than this."—Children's Literature Choice List Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created. Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 6–12 Abbeville Kids7.5 x 0.4 x 9.3 inchesISBN 9780789204769Art History

How Artists See the Elements: Earth, Air, Fire, Water

By Colleen Carroll "Carrolls series... eclipses the competition... "How Artists See" has the makings of a classic—a core experience for budding art enthusiasts to build on."—Publishers Weekly"Wow! . . . It just doesn't get any better than this."—Children's Literature Choice List Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created. Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 6–12 Abbeville Kids7.6 x 0.4 x 9.4 inchesISBN 9780789204783Art History

How Artists see the Weather: Sun, Wind, Rain, Snow

By Colleen Carroll Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created. Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 6–12 Abbeville Kids7.6 x 0.5 x 9.3 inchesISBN 9780789203939Art History, History

How Artists See Play: Sports, Games, Toys, Imagination

By Colleen Carroll"Carrolls series... eclipses the competition... "How Artists See" has the makings of a classic—a core experience for budding art enthusiasts to build on."—Publishers Weekly"Wow! . . . It just doesn't get any better than this."—Children's Literature Choice List Each volume in this innovative series is devoted to a subject that every child already knows from personal experience. The works of art chosen for each book show the many different ways great artists have perceived and expressed that very subject. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that spark children's natural curiosity both about the subject of the artwork and about the way it was created. Hardcover48 pagesAge range: 6–12 Abbeville Kids, 19997.8 x 0.5 x 9.5 inchesISBN 9780789201874Art History, History

How Artists See Cities: Streets, Buildings, Shops, Transportation

By Anja von Kampen Illustrated Kilian Schütz and Mat Heldwein Knietzsche thinks that some friends seem to fall from the sky like shooting stars, and some friendships seem to grow at a snail’s pace. However the friendship comes about – a true friend is always there for you and will never betray you. A short story about the family you choose for yourself. Paperback24 pagesvision X GmbH, 2018Age 54.7 x 4.7 inches ISBN 9783981905571

Knietzsche and Friendship

Pepin Press’ Watercolour Postcard Books contain 16 cards made of the finest 250 gsm watercolor paper. The paper is acid-free, FSC-certified and quite thick to make the cards suitable for mailing. They are a joy to color with a wide range of techniques, such as watercolor, ink, color pencil, crayon, etc. All the coloring books match the quality the quality of the finest professional coloring pads. In order to get the best results, high-quality colouring materials are recommended. Paperback16 pagesPepin Press, 20244 x 6 inchesISBN 9789460096389Activity Book, Art Nouveau

Gustav Klimt: Watercolor Postcard Book

PEPIN Artists’ Coloring Books contain 12 sheets of superior acid-free drawing paper, printed with exceptional designs in very light lines.The printing is done in such a way that, depending on the techniques used, the original outline will be hardly visible after coloring. The 180 gsm drawing paper is made to Pepin's specifications by one of the best paper mills in Europe and is suitable for a wide range of coloring applications, including pencil, crayon, pastel, felt marker, gouache, etc. Also watercolors and liquid inks can be used. Pepin's first-rate paper has a long life and colored sheets can be framed and displayed without the risk of rapid deterioration.These books match the quality of the finest artists’ pads. They are perfectly suited to practice your coloring skills and create beautiful pieces at the same time. High-quality coloring materials are recommended. Paperback 12 pagesPepin Press, 202410 x 13 inchesISBN 9789460098284Activity Book, Coloring Book

Vincent van Gogh: Artists' Coloring Book

Dogs through the eras of art. Dogs have been man’s best friend for as long as we’ve been sketching on canvas. In the background, behind the table, or right at the forefront, dogs of the past peer out from paintings and sketches, frescoes and prints across art history.Art Dog is a collection of these painted pooches, featuring works from artists across the ages and continents. Japanese prints and German oils, American sketches and Italian murals are all included. The works spans eras and styles, but as different as these dogs are, one thing shines through: the love we’ve always had for them. Hardcover96 PagesSmith Street Books, 20237.77 x 0.58 x 9.34 inchesISBN 9781922754264 Art History

Art Dog: Clever Canines of the Art World

PEPIN Artists’ Colouring Books contain 16 sheets of superior acid-free drawing paper, printed with exceptional designs in very light lines. The printing is done in such a way that, depending on the techniques used, the original outline will be hardly visible after colouring. The 180 gsm drawing paper is made by one of the best paper mills in Europe and is suitable for a wide range of colouring applications, including pencil, crayon, pastel, felt marker, gouache, etc. Also, watercolours and liquid inks can be used. The first-rate paper has a long life and coloured sheets can be framed and displayed without the risk of rapid deterioration. These books match the quality of the finest artists’ pads. They are perfectly suited to practice your colouring skills and create beautiful pieces at the same time. In order to get the best results, we recommend you use high-quality colouring materials. Paperback16 pagesText in English, French, and GermanPepin Press, 202210 x 13 inchesISBN 9789460098253Activity Book, Art Nouveau

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