Art Appreciation Books for Kids

This lively introduction to some of the towering figures in American art inspires children to dream, create, and think. Each artist in the book is featured in a colorful, double-page spread.

Young readers are introduced to the wonders of da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa, the playful cutouts of Matisse, van Gogh's mesmerizing brushstrokes, and Vermeer's vibrant depictions of light. Games, quizzes, and other activities help readers learn.

This book brings together 13 architectural wonders that have intrigued children for years, including Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, Germany's Neuschwanstein Castle, and the Tower of Pisa. It includes games, quizzes, drawings, and other activities.

This book introduces young readers to Mona Lisa's mysterious smile, Frida Kahlo's depiction of herself with a monkey, and Van Gogh's hypnotically swirling night sky. Thirteen iconic paintings are featured in the book in large reproductions.

This beautifully illustrated book explores some of the world's most iconic images, teaching children about the impact of photography on their world. Art historian Brad Finger shares some of the world’s most renowned pictures, which are also the most exciting for children to view and discuss.

This book takes a look at 13 of the world's most fascinating sculptures, including works by Michelangelo, Rodin, and Niki de Saint Phalle, and other works from around the world. Games and puzzles enhance this introduction to 3-dimensional masterpieces.

This book highlights 500 years of great art created by women, introducing young readers to amazing painters, sculptors, and photographers. The book features colorful spreads that include important works as well as portraits of the artists themselves.

A Year in Art is a beautifully designed activity book that introduces children to many of the world's greatest artworks and allows them to interactively explore the world's great masterpieces through games, puzzles, coloring, and other activities.

Introduce children to more than 50 great artists and their work with An Eye for Art, a lively family-oriented art resource. This treasure trove from the National Gallery of Art features work by Raphael, Rembrandt, Georgia O’Keeffe, Henri Matisse, Chuck Close, Jacob Lawrence, and Pablo Picasso.

This book demystifies the elements of art and the principles of design in a format that is easily understandable for children and beginning artists.

Children ages 5–8 will enjoy this masterclass about Vincent Van Gogh. The book tells about his life, then guides readers through drawing, coloring, and collage activities that show how Van Gogh worked and what inspired him to create the art that is still so beloved today.

Create like Kandinsky! <cite>Art Masterclass with Wassily Kandinsky</cite> features over 20 drawing, sticking, and coloring activities (including 12 art lessons), 50 stickers, and a pullout poster.

A full-color illustrated introduction to the lives and art of major artists developed especially for young students. Each DVD and companion book analyzes the reproductions of key master works, and children learn new ways to observe and think about art.

Children are sure to enjoy poring over this book — and come away with a fundamental understanding of how the built world has evolved over time as well as a knowledge of key architectural terms.

The children's edition of Phaidon Press's best selling, "The Art Book" presents thirty of the most significant artists and engaging works of art from every period.

Young children love a good game of "I Spy with My Little Eye.” In this beautifully designed book they are playfully challenged to find details "hidden” in some of the world’s greatest paintings.