Children will find artistic inspiration as they learn about iconic artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera in these imaginative and colorful activities. The art and ideas of Kahlo and Rivera are explored through projects that include painting a self-portrait Kahlo-style; creating a mural with a social message like Rivera; making a Day of the Dead ofrenda; and crafting an Olmec head carving. Vibrant illustrations throughout the book include Riveras murals and paintings; Kahlos dreamscapes and self-portraits; pre-Columbian art and Mexican folk art; as well as many photographs of the two artists. Children will learn that art is more than just pretty pictures; it can be a way to express the artists innermost feelings; a source of everyday joy and fun; an outlet for political ideas; and an expression of hope for a better world. Sidebars will introduce children to other Mexican artists and other notable female artists. A time line; listings of art museums and places where Kahlo and Riveras art can be viewed; and a list of relevant websites complete this cross-cultural art experience.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Its a gamble.By Tom j DolanThis is an interesting book to look at. Theres lots of artistic touches. Swirls. Dotted lines defining a circle or 2. Textures here-n-there. Boxes incorporating text and text within lines and text with no boundaries other than beginning with a capital and ending with a period. Lots of empty space.Whats most noticeable. making it hardly noticeable at all. is the incredibly tiny font that was chosen to deliver most of the information. But its fair to note that page TITLES were more prominent. Anyway. getting to the core of my reactions: upon completion of the book I simply didnt feel that I learned anything new. It was a visual experience. but not an informative or educational one. A lot of information and maybe thats its value. but I dont think youll know for sure until youve reached the end.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. Good but not innovativeBy vpI feel like this book contains an easily digestible rehash of things Ive read before. The layout of the book is easily digestible and makes a good potty book or for people with short attention spans. But in general. I did not find anything super innovative in it.The reason Im giving it 4-stars is that its still a good book. and from what Ive seen in my professional career. it would most people wrestling with corporate cultures.If you have ideas you are looking to pitch or struggling to get visibility among corporate noise. give it a try.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Smart. Fast Read on Pitching IdeasBy Marianne/SFThere will always be a plethora of business books. Often consultants think they need one. because everyone asks. Yet this book is stellar. Terrific ideas you can use right away and written in such a fast. easy to digest manner. Clearly Sam Harrison knows his stuff. I highly recommend it--especially for consultants or people in Creative fields. Sam. if you are every speaking in San Francisco. put me on your mailing list. Like to hear you in person.
