How Artists See Heroes

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Abbeville Kids continues its award-winning series of interactive, inquiry-based books that teach children about the world through art. Each volume focuses on a subject familiar to children, with over 200,000 copies in print. In this installment, sixteen works of art illustrate how various artists have perceived and expressed the concept of heroes throughout history. Featured pieces include Michelangelo's David, Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People, Warhol's Moonwalk, and a notable photograph of Muhammad Ali by Neil Liefer. Author Colleen Carroll's engaging, conversational text is filled with thought-provoking questions and imaginative activities that ignite children's curiosity about both the artwork and its creation. This interactive approach fosters self-exploration, self-discovery, and self-expression while introducing basic artistic concepts, styles, and techniques in a fun way. Biographies of the featured artists are included at the end, along with suggestions for further reading and a list of international museums showcasing their works. As children learn about the diverse perspectives of artists, they will enhance their appreciation for art, the world around them, and their own unique visions.