Hilarious childhood biographies and full-color illustrations reveal how Leonardo da Vinci, Beatrix Potter, Keith Haring, and fourteen other great artists in history coped with regular-kid problems. Jackson Pollock's family moved constantly--he lived in eight different cities before he was sixteen years old. Georgia O'Keeffe lived in the shadow of her "perfect" older brother Francis. And Jean-Michel Basquiat triumphed over poverty to become one of the world's most influential artists.
Every great artist was once a kid with big dreams, embarrassing moments, and plenty of mistakes.
Kid Artists introduces young readers ages 8-12 to the childhoods of 17 legendary creators, revealing the surprising true stories behind some of history's most imaginative minds--and showing that creativity begins long before fame.
Written with humor by David Stabler and brought to life with lively full-color illustrations by Doogie Horner, each short biography celebrates creativity, perseverance, curiosity, and the courage to think differently.
Inside you'll discover:
- Funny, surprising stories from the early lives of seventeen creative legends
- Full-color cartoon illustrations throughout
- Featured artists include Leonardo da Vinci, Frida Kahlo, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Georgia O'Keeffe, Pablo Picasso, Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Dr. Seuss, Beatrix Potter, Charles Schulz, and more
- Kid-friendly nonfiction perfect for independent and reluctant readers ages 8-12
- Inspiring stories about creativity, resilience, and perseverance
- Short chapters ideal for classrooms, libraries, and family reading
Meet the kids behind the masterpieces and discover how imagination, perseverance, and creativity can inspire your own artistic journey.
