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 Monet (Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists) $6.95 This series by Mike Venezia is BRILLIANT!! I love the way he writes - so easy to read. He includes pertinent information, lots of the artist's drawings, and cartoons that make the material fun. The books are read alones for 3rd grade+ but my 4 year old enjoys heraing me read these books. What a fantastic way to introduce artists to young kids when they are still so interested and unbiased! I as an adult learned things too. We own various from this wonderful series!!  The Magic of Monet's Garden: His Planting Plans and Color Harmonies $35.00 This is a must-have book to read to your child. It conveys the wonderment of childhood, nature, colors, and art along with the wonderment of Monet and his love for beauty. The illustrations are outstanding. I love this book.  Claude Monet - 1840-1926: a Feast for the Eyes $14.99 This is a very well written book, I really enjoyed reading about Monet's life. It has beautiful clear photos of his paintings.A great insight into his methods of painting and the different stages he went through during his long and fruitful life.Claude Monet - 1840-1926: a Feast for the Eyes |
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