Sticker Art Shapes: Paul Klee
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What’s inside...
Paul Klee defined himself as a " painter poet" , and his art perfectly reflects that phrase. He was interested in colour, and formed friendships with other artists also exploring colour, such as Kandinsky, Picasso and Braque. His experimentation with backgrounds, shapes, colour, sign and pictograms, as well as with light and colour, are all portrayed in his work. This book contains six of his most famous paintings and, with over 75 large-sized stickers, it allows both children and adults to experiment themselves, placing the re-usable stickers on different paintings to see how small - and large - changes, completely change a work of art. Sylvie Delpech studied history of art and worked in imaging technology for television, before returning to Paris, where she works in photography and on children' s books.
Why read this book
- Enhances creativity through engaging sticker art activities.
- Introduces children to abstract art via Paul Klee's masterpieces.
- Cultivates fine motor skills and color shape recognition.
- Fun hands-on learning experience for young art enthusiasts.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-9
Length
28 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What shapes can you spot in Paul Klee's artwork?
How do the colors and shapes make you feel?
If you could step into one of these pictures, which one would you choose and why?
Can you create a story based on one of the artworks?
What kind of music do you think would go well with these paintings?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to describe each shape and color they see, which helps develop their vocabulary and observational skills.
Discuss the emotions evoked by different colors and forms, fostering emotional intelligence.
Imagine creative scenarios together based on the artwork, enhancing their creativity and narrative skills.
Play soft background music that might match the mood of the artworks, creating a multi-sensory experience.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Expression
Explanation: Through interactive sticker activities inspired by Paul Klee's abstract art, children are encouraged to explore art in unconventional ways.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to express themselves and their unique perspectives in any medium, beyond the canvas, enriching their personal and school projects.
Example Lesson: Understanding Shapes and Geometry
Explanation: As children manipulate and match geometric stickers to create art, they gain a better understanding of different shapes and their properties.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps in developing spatial awareness and can enhance their problem-solving skills in math and science tasks.
Example Lesson: Fostering Attention to Detail
Explanation: By engaging with finely detailed sticker placements that recreate famous art pieces, children learn to pay close attention to detail.
Real-World Application: Such attention to detail can improve their concentration and precision, which is beneficial in academic settings and daily activities.
Example Lesson: Art Appreciation
Explanation: The book introduces children to the works of Paul Klee, fostering an early appreciation and curiosity for modern art and its history.
Real-World Application: Early exposure to the arts can enhance cultural and historical understanding and encourage lifelong educational pursuits.
Example Lesson: Motor Skills Development
Explanation: Handling small stickers and placing them accurately is a great exercise for fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
Real-World Application: Developing these skills is crucial for other activities like writing, typing, and sports.