October 2009

The Autumn half-term is a great opportunity for exploring books with your children and here is a collection for all ages.

Look Again! The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Synopsis:This is a very special gift that will appeal to all children – and many adults too! It draws on the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, presenting some fifteen famous works of art in a fun and novel way.

Each reproduction is prefaced by a page with a cutout circle:
that gives an intriguing glimpse of the painting that lies beneath,
… encouraging the reader to cast aside preconceptions and ensuring that they get really interested!

Hot Brands Verdict
Here at Hot Brands we believe it is never too early to interest children in art and our junior reviewers love the Thames & Hudson art books for children. This is an intriguing book which is not only fun as children try to guess the picture behind, but also encourages observation and could prove a great starting point for half-term visits to local art galleries and museums. Or equally encouraging children to use the technique themselves with two pieces of paper.