For kids who love to draw and create, this captivating picture book fosters an appreciation for nature and features craft ideas to inspire young artists.
Kids will be inspired to create:
Fingerprint bumblebeesSculptures made of sandRainbow colored jarsAnd more!Nature is an Artist explores different art forms that kids can find in the natural world. In the book, a group of children follow Nature-the most inspiring of teachers-as they discover the world's greatest art show hidden in plain sight. As they witness beautiful landscapes, stunning vistas, and unusual creatures, each child is inspired to recreate their own fine work of art.
With charming, rhythmic text from Jennifer Lavalee and vivid, eye-catching illustrations from Natalia Colombo, Nature is an Artist celebrates nature's beauty and variety, and instills kids with:
The confidence to see themselves as artists!Respect and appreciation for nature. After reading, kids will appreciate the art in their own outdoor surroundings.
Kids will be inspired to create:
Fingerprint bumblebeesSculptures made of sandRainbow colored jarsAnd more!Nature is an Artist explores different art forms that kids can find in the natural world. In the book, a group of children follow Nature-the most inspiring of teachers-as they discover the world's greatest art show hidden in plain sight. As they witness beautiful landscapes, stunning vistas, and unusual creatures, each child is inspired to recreate their own fine work of art.
With charming, rhythmic text from Jennifer Lavalee and vivid, eye-catching illustrations from Natalia Colombo, Nature is an Artist celebrates nature's beauty and variety, and instills kids with:
The confidence to see themselves as artists!Respect and appreciation for nature. After reading, kids will appreciate the art in their own outdoor surroundings.
"A sweet-natured tribute to both classroom-scaled creativity and the grandeur of the outdoors."
-Publishers Weekly
"A vibrant, cheerful story extolling the ease and joys of artistic adventure....A solid debut suited to early elementary classrooms, outdoor programs, and caregivers seeking approachable craft inspiration."
-Booklist
"Written in a poetic format, [Nature is an Artist] celebrates art as a treasure and keepsake and Nature is the mentor and inspiration"
-Canadian Review of Materials
-Publishers Weekly
"A vibrant, cheerful story extolling the ease and joys of artistic adventure....A solid debut suited to early elementary classrooms, outdoor programs, and caregivers seeking approachable craft inspiration."
-Booklist
"Written in a poetic format, [Nature is an Artist] celebrates art as a treasure and keepsake and Nature is the mentor and inspiration"
-Canadian Review of Materials