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"With Arte Kids, children discover the world of art and learn English and Spanish at the same time. Introduce your child to the fundamentals of shapes by connecting them to the world of art in a unique, fun, and colorful way. The book incorporates artwork found in the collections of the San Antonio Museum of Art, along with phrases and words in English and Spanish, to make bilingual learning and art exciting for eager young learners and their teachers...

When a little girl asks meaningful questions about creating art, her questions are answered by a diverse group of artists throughout time and history. This inspiring picture book about making art doubles as an introduction to the multifaceted and global history of art. Making both art history and art creation accessible to all, "Time to Make Art" nourishes creativity, encouraging young readers to see the artist in themselves.

A.J. and his friends in the second grade learn that art can be made out of anything, even garbage.

A Nico lo inspiran montones de cosas: la tibieza del sol sobre su cara, el dulce sonido del camion de los helados y lo duro que trabaja una mama petirrojo para cuidar a sus polluelos. Tambien adora dibujar todo eso que le gusta, aunque nadie parece entender muy bien de que se tratan sus imagenes ... "No one understands the abstract pictures that Niko draws until a new friend sees the thought and feeling within his shapes and forms"--

Katie desperately wants to win the art competition at the gallery. She just has to create a painting in the style of Monet. That should be easy ... right? Wherever you find Katie, you'll find fun close behind! Learn all about Monet with Katie as she explores five fabulous masterpieces: In the Woods at Giverny, Bathers at La Grenouillere, The Rue Montorgueil, Paris, Celebration of June 30, 1878, Path Through the Poppies, The Waterlily Pond.

"Never let a Princess Paint With Her Unicorn!" is a fun story that shows children the beauty in things that aren't perfect. And that when attempting art, a mess can turn into a masterpiece too! Join this little girl and her unicorn on a fun painting journey that turns out to be quite magical!