This is the Group of Seven & Tom Thomson! by Dundas Central Public School –

.This book was written by students in Grades 5, 6 & 7 at Dundas Central Public School, where they spent the year learning about the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson. In this book, written by kids for kids, you will learn about some of the things that make these artists’ stories and their paintings so important.

Vincent: Art Masters Series by Barbara Stok – Paperback: 144 pages; SelfMadeHero (Mar 31, 2015)

This graphic biography documents the brief and intense period of creativity Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) spent in Arles, Provence, in southern France. Here van Gogh dreams of setting up an artists’ studio—a haven where he and his friends can paint together. But attacks of mental illness leave the painter confused and disoriented.

Rembrandt by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Feb 1, 2015) Best Seller

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of actual paintings, give children a light yet realistic overview of Rembrandt's life and style.

Claude Monet by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Sep 1, 2014) Best Seller

This book provides an entertaining and humorous introduction to the famous artist, Claude Monet. Full-color reproductions of the actual paintings are enhanced by Venezia's clever illustrations and story line

Leonardo da Vinci by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Feb 1, 2015) Best Seller

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of actual paintings, give children a light yet realistic overview of Leonardo DaVinci's life and style.

Who Was Leonardo da Vinci? by Roberta Edwards, Who HQ, True Kelley – Paperback: 112 pages; Penguin Workshop (Sep 8, 2005) Best Seller

Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings are known to be his; as for the illustrated encyclopedia he intended to create, all that he left were thousands of disorganized notebook pages. Here is an accessible portrait of a fascinating man who lived at a fascinating time—Italy during the Renaissance.

Kid Artists: True Tales of Childhood from Creative Legends by David Stabler, Doogie Horner – Hardcover: 208 pages; Quirk Books (Aug 9, 2016) Best Seller

Every great artist started out as a kid. Forget the awards, the sold-out museum exhibitions, and the timeless masterpieces. When the world’s most celebrated artists were growing up, they had regular-kid problems just like you. 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.

Kid Artists tells their stories and more with full-color cartoon illustrations on nearly every page. Other subjects include Claude Monet, Jacob Lawrence, Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Beatrix Potter, Yoko Ono, Dr. Seuss, Emily Carr, Keith Haring, Charles Schulz, and Louise Nevelson.

Michelangelo: Sculptor, Artist and Architect by Baby Professor – Paperback: 64 pages; Baby Professor (May 15, 2017)

In this art history book, we're going to meet the famous sculptor, artist and architect named Michelangelo. You probably heard his name before but this time, you're going to learn of this achievements especially his contributions to the art society worldwide.

Capturing the Moment in Oils by Sara Jackson – Paperback: 64 pages; Dover Publications (March 17, 2017) Best Seller

Thirty-one illustrations by Norman Rockwell appear in all their heartwarming glory in this classic and collectible coloring book. Handpicked from the hundreds of covers that the American legend created for The Saturday Evening Post, these ready-to-color pictures recapture the bliss of bygone days.

The Magical Garden of Claude Monet by Laurence Anholt – Paperback: 32 pages; B.E.S. (Oct 1, 2007) Best Seller

Julie lives in Paris, but she longs to walk in a beautiful country garden. When her mother takes her on a visit to rural Giverny, Julie discovers a beautiful garden and befriends the man she believes is the gardener. In fact, he is the garden's owner, the immortal artist Claude Monet.

Degas and the Little Dancer by Laurence Anholt – Paperback: 32 pages; B.E.S. (Oct 1, 2007) Best Seller

Young Marie wants to be a ballerina, but her parents have no money for lessons. She must earn what little money she can as an artist's model at a ballet school. Then, her life takes an unusual turn when she models for the famous sculptor, Edgar Degas

Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World by Laurence Anholt – Best Seller

Once again, Laurence Anholt inspires children with this much-loved art history series, which has sold more than one million copies around the world. The story, enhanced with Anholt's illustrations on every page, include several that are reproductions of Kahlo's famous paintings.

Who Was Norman Rockwell? by Sarah Fabiny, Who HQ, Gregory Copeland (Illustrator) – Paperback: 112 pages; Penguin Workshop (Apr 2, 2019) Best Seller

Over the course of his lifetime, he painted 322 covers for the Saturday Evening Post. Of his work, he has said: "Maybe as I grew up and found the world wasn't the perfect place I thought it to be, I consciously decided that if it wasn't an ideal world, it should be, and so painted only the ideal aspects of it."

Leonardo da Vinci for Kids by Janis Herbert – Paperback: 104 pages; Chicago Review Press; 1st edition (Oct 1, 1998) Best Seller

The marriage of art and science is celebrated in this beautifully illustrated four-color biography and activity book. Kids will begin to understand the important discoveries that da Vinci made through inspiring activities like determining the launch angle of a catapult, sketching birds and other animals, creating a map, learning to look at a painting, and much more. Includes a glossary, bibliography, listing of pertinent museums and Web sites, a timeline, and many interesting sidebars.

Monet and the Impressionists for Kids by Carol Sabbeth – Paperback: 152 pages; Chicago Review Press (Apr 1, 2002)

Monet and the Impressionists for Kids invites children to delight in Cassatt’s mothers and children, Renoir’s dancing couples, and Gaugin’s island scenes; 21 activities explore Monet’s quick shimmering brush strokes, Cezanne’s brilliant rectangles of color, Seurat’s pointillism, and Degas’ sculpture-like circles of dancers. Kids will learn how the artists’ friendships sustained them through repeated rejection by the Parisian art world, and how they lived, painted, and thrilled to the vibrant life of Paris at the approach of the 20th century. A resource section guides readers to important museums and Web sites around the world.

Mary Cassatt by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Feb 1, 2015)

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of actual paintings, give children a light yet realistic overview of Mary Cassat's life and style.

A Short Biography of Mary Cassatt by Lilit Sadoyan – Hardcover: 32 pages; Benna Books (May 11, 2017)

The Short Biographies series from Applewood's Benna Books imprint features short, intriguing, and entertaining biographies of world-renowned figures. Each beautiful hardcover book includes an interesting retelling of a single person's life, suitable for young adults and adults alike. These little gems will become beloved souvenirs of a favorite artist or a memorable trip to a museum.

Edgar Degas by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children''s Press; Revised edition (Sep 1, 2016) Best Seller

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of Edgar Degas' actual works, give children a light yet realistic overview of this artist's life and style.

Georgia O'Keeffe by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Feb 1, 2015) Best Seller

Clever illustrations and story lines, together with full-color reproductions of actual paintings, give children a light yet realistic overview of Georgia O'Keefe's life and style.

Who Was Claude Monet? by Ann Waldronm Who HQ, Stephen Marchesi (Illustrator) – Paperback: 112 pages; Penguin Workshop (Jul 23, 2009) Best Seller

Claude Monet is considered one of the most influential artists of all time. He is a founder of the French Impressionist art movement, and today his paintings sell for millions of dollars. While Monet was alive, however, his work was often criticized and he struggled financially. With over one hundred black-and-white illustrations, this book unveils a true portrait of the artist!

Vincent van Gogh by Mike Venezia – Paperback: 40 pages; Children's Press; Revised edition (Sep 1, 2014) Best Seller

This book provides an entertaining and humorous introduction to the famous artist, Vincent van Gogh. Full-color reproductions of the actual paintings are enhanced by Venezia's clever illustrations and story line.

Through Georgia's Eyes by Rachel Victoria Rodriguez, Julie Paschkis – Hardcover: 32 pages; Henry Holt and Company; 1st edition (Feb 7, 2006) Best Seller

Georgia O'Keeffe saw the world differently from most people. As a child she roamed the prairie with a sketch pad in her hand, struggling to capture on paper what she saw all around her. At art school she learned to speak in paint on canvas.

But Georgia felt confined by city life. She longed for vast expanses of space, and she found it in the red hills and silent deserts of New Mexico.

Lyrical and vivid, this is a portrait of an exceptional artist, a woman whose eyes were open to the wideness and wonder of the world.

Who Was Frida Kahlo? by Sarah Fabiny, Who HQ, Jerry Hoare – Paperback: 112 pages; Penguin Workshop (Dec 26, 2013) Best Seller

You can always recognize a painting by Kahlo because she is in nearly all--with her black braided hair and colorful Mexican outfits. A brave woman who was an invalid most of her life, she transformed herself into a living work of art.

As famous for her self-portraits and haunting imagery as she was for her marriage to another famous artist, Diego Rivera, this strong and courageous painter was inspired by the ancient culture and history of her beloved homeland, Mexico. Her paintings continue to inform and inspire popular culture around the world.

The Story of Frida Kahlo by Susan B. Katz – Paperback: 62 pages; Rockridge Press (Mar 3, 2020) Best Seller

Frida Kahlo is one of the most celebrated artists in the world, but before she made history with her beautiful paintings and brave spirit, she went through a life-changing accident that would have made many people want to give up. This Frida Kahlo children’s book shows you how she fought to overcome setbacks and follow her passion to create amazing artwork and make the world a more colorful place.

van Gogh and the Sunflowers by Laurence Anholt – Paperback: 32 pages; B.E.S. (Oct 1, 2007)

Young Camille befriends a strange visitor to his small town, and one day he brings this man a gift of bright, beautiful sunflowers. The man is the artist Vincent van Gogh, and the sunflowers quickly become the subject of a magnificent painting.

Leonardo and the Flying Boy by Laurence Anholt – Hardcover: 32 pages; B.E.S. Publishing; 1st edition (Sep 1, 2000) Best Seller

There were no spaceships or airplanes when Zoro was a boy. He lived in Italy during the era we now call the Renaissance, a time when the sky belonged to the birds. But one unusual man dreamed of incredible flying machines. "One day, Zoro," he told his pupil, "people will sail through the clouds and look down at the world below." Zoro was curious. He knew that his teacher did more than merely dream about the future, but was an important artist and inventor.

Then Zoro made an astonishing discovery. His teacher was building a mysterious machine. A machine intended to fly! Here begins a fascinating story based on a true event, for Zoro's master was the famous artist and inventor, Leonardo da Vinci. Full-color illustrations throughout this beautiful book include reproductions of some of Leonardo's famous artworks.

Camille and the Sunflowers by Laurence Anholt – Hardcover: 32 pages; B.E.S.; 1st edition (Aug 1, 1994) Best Seller

"Where Camille lived, the sunflowers grew so high they looked like real suns. . .One day a strange man arrived in Camille's town. He had a straw hat and a yellow beard." So begins this fascinating tale of Camille, a little boy who is the son of a small-town postman. Camille meets the man with the yellow beard, and they become friends. This bearded man is a painter named Vincent van Gogh. The story, based on a true-life incident, is beautifully illustrated in full color by the author. This unusual picture storybook will appeal to children who love art-and also to children who simply enjoy a good story.

Michelangelo for Kids by Simonetta Carr – Paperback: 144 pages; Chicago Review Press (Jul 1, 2016) Best Seller

Young readers will come to know Michelangelo the man as well as the artistic giant, following his life from his childhood in rural Italy to his emergence as a rather egotistical teenager to a humble and caring old man. They’ll learn that he did exhausting, back-breaking labor to create his art yet worked well, even with humor, with others in the stone quarry and in his workshop.

Van Gogh and the Post-Impressionists for Kids by Carol Sabbeth – Paperback: 144 pages; Chicago Review Press (May 1, 2011)

Twenty-one creative projects bring history and art to life. Readers will create a Starry Night peep box, make a Pointillist sailboat (that can really sail!), craft a Japanese fold-out album, and much more. The text includes a time line, glossary, and reading list for further study.

What's So Great About Van Gogh? by Max Tanner – Paperback: 92 pages; CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (Nov 6, 2013)

Everyone says Vincent Van Gogh is one of the greatest artist whoever lived…but why? What makes him so great? At a single glance, his work doesn’t look so special. Why is his artwork celebrated around the globe, and for hundreds of years? This book introduces you to the life and work of Van Gogh, and helps show what made him so important to the world.

Group of 7 Coloring Book by Pomegranate Communications Inc. – Paperback: 48 pages; Pomegranate (May 1, 2009)

In this coloring book, you will find 22 paintings of lakes, forests, and mountains by Thomson and the Group of Seven.