Pablo Picasso: Breaking All the Rules: Breaking All the Rules (Smart About Art)
Art smart Series
What’s inside...
Through a child's school report, an addition to an expanding series examines the life and work of Picasso, discussing the different styles in which he worked. Simultaneous.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
7-11
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Character compass
Picasso
Discussion points
What do you think motivated Picasso to break the traditional rules of art?
Can you imagine what art would be like if Picasso hadn't created Cubism?
How do you feel about the different styles and colors used by Picasso?
Why do you think Picasso's art is still important and discussed today?
If you could ask Picasso one question, what would it be?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about Picasso’s art. Discuss the impact of innovation and creativity, emphasizing how breaking rules can lead to new discoveries. Relate Picasso’s bold choices to everyday scenarios where they might challenge norms or think outside the box. Use examples of Picasso’s artwork in the book to highlight points and ask your child to describe or even draw what they see and feel.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity has no bounds
Explanation: The book showcases Pablo Picasso's journey as he breaks traditional rules of art and embraces unique styles, emphasizing the power of creativity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to appreciate and practice thinking outside the box, understanding that creativity is about self-expression and originality, which can be applied in art projects, problem-solving, and personal expression.
Example Lesson: Persistence pays off
Explanation: Picasso faced criticism and challenges but continued to pursue his passion for art, demonstrating the importance of perseverance.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to persist in their endeavors—whether it be learning a new skill, or completing a challenging task—emphasizing that resilience leads to success.
Example Lesson: Learning from history
Explanation: Through Picasso's interactions with various historical art movements, the book highlights how understanding the past can influence and inspire future creations.
Real-World Application: Children are taught the importance of learning from different historical contexts, which can help in developing a well-rounded perspective that can be applied in school projects and understanding the world.
Example Lesson: Personal growth through exploration
Explanation: Picasso’s exploration of different art forms and materials shows the importance of experimenting and personal growth.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to try new activities and explore different fields to find what truly interests them, promoting growth in various dimensions of their lives.
Example Lesson: The value of individual perspective
Explanation: Picasso’s unique style reminds us that everyone sees the world differently, and that these perspectives are valuable.
Real-World Application: This can teach children to value and respect diverse viewpoints and encourage them to share their own perspectives, whether in class discussions or everyday conversations.