Books about Painting
Award winning
Pablo the Artist
Satoshi Kitamura, 2005
28 pages
Why to read
Stimulates creativity and artistic expression in young minds.
Engages children with vibrant illustrations and colorful storytelling.
Encourages perseverance and finding unique solutions.
Ideal for shared reading, enhancing parent-child bonding.

Pablo the Artist
Satoshi Kitamura, 2005
Award winning
Zoo Magic Painting Book
Sam Taplin, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Interactive painting activities boost creativity and motor skills.
Colorful zoo scenes foster learning about diverse animal species.
Simple, engaging text ideal for young beginner readers.
Encourages artistic expression and color recognition development.

Zoo Magic Painting Book
Sam Taplin, 2023
Award winning
Matisse, King of Colour
Laurence Anholt, 2007
28 pages
Why to read
Engages children with vivid art and creative storytelling.
Introduces famous artist Henri Matisse, enhancing cultural knowledge.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in young readers.
Supports visual learning through beautifully depicted illustrations.

Matisse, King of Colour
Laurence Anholt, 2007
Award winning
First Magic Painting Under the Sea
Abigail Wheatley, 2021
32 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity with magical painting feature.
Explore marine life, fostering a love for nature.
Interactive elements stimulate sensory and motor skills.
Supports early color recognition and art appreciation.

First Magic Painting Under the Sea
Abigail Wheatley, 2021
The Mona Mousa Code
Elisabetta Dami, Geronimo Stilton, 1997
113 pages
Why to read
Engaging mystery adventure stimulates curiosity and imagination.
Characters exhibit teamwork, enhancing social development.
Encourages decoding skills, boosting cognitive growth.
Captivating storyline fosters sustained reading interest.

The Mona Mousa Code
Elisabetta Dami, Geronimo Stilton, 1997
Award winning
Essential Artists: Picasso
David Spence, 1997
128 pages
Why to read
Explores Picasso's revolutionary artistic contributions.
Encourages creativity and artistic expression in children.
Provides historical insights in an engaging way.
Enhances art appreciation and cultural knowledge.

Essential Artists: Picasso
David Spence, 1997
Award winning
Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
30 pages
Why to read
Explores art history through engaging narrative.
Encourages visual learning and creativity in children.
Highlights Vincent Van Gogh’s masterpieces and techniques.
Supports educational development in art appreciation.

Visiting Vincent Van Gogh (Adventures in Art)
Caroline Breunesse, 1997
Award winning
Botticelli
Mike Venezia, 1991
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces young readers to Renaissance art and history.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging, informative text.
Encourages artistic expression and appreciation in children.
Ideal for school projects and art education.
