A life lesson that all parents want their children to embrace: It's okay to make a mistake. In fact, hooray for mistakes! A mistake is an adventure in creativity, a portal to discovery. A spill doesn't ruin a drawing--not when it becomes the shape of a goofy animal. And an accidental tear in your paper? Don't be upset about it when you can turn it into the roaring mouth of an alligator.

An award-winning, best-selling, one-of-a-kind interactive book (now with 650,000 copies sold!), Beautiful Oops! shows young readers how every mistake is an opportunity to make something beautiful. A singular work of imagination, creativity, and paper engineering, Beautiful Oops! is filled with pop-ups, lift-the-flaps, tears, holes, overlays, bends, smudges, and even an accordion telescope--each demonstrating the magical transformation from blunder to wonder. A paint smudge becomes the face of a bunny, a crumpled ball of paper turns into a lamb's fleecy coat--celebrate the oops in life.

Creativity is everywhere and everyone is creative.

Our brains and bodies are built to make and innovate, and that instinct is as old as humanity itself. Starting when we're babies, we draw, tell stories, invent, dance, perform, make music, among dozens of other creative acts. Did you know that our ancestors were weaving 12,000 years ago and using pigment to make paintings 17,000 years ago? Today, creativity is all around us, in public and private spaces and places all over the world. From graffiti and flash mobs to music class and TV screens, Creatively Human encourages young readers to look at the world with a creative eye. Explore the origins and impact of ideas and inventions, arts and technology, and learn about the developments and advances that change and improve the lives of everyone. It's time to recognize and celebrate how everyone--including you--contributes to our world in so many creative ways!

The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.

Selected as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2023

As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com - 'Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text (Love is... soft snuggles... and tender nuzzles). So special - adults will want them, too.'

This keepsake children's book celebrates friendship in a new and accessible way: through art

Featuring a bright stylish cover and sturdy colorful pages, My Art Book of Friendship pairs 35 famous artworks with playful read-aloud text to illustrate the joy that friendship can bring.

A beautiful gift for babies, toddlers, and young children, as well as new and expecting parents, My Art Book of Friendship includes vibrant paintings, drawings, and sculptures by a diverse array of artists - from Keith Haring and Damien Hirst to KAWS and Takashi Murakami. With its elegant design and heartwarming descriptions, My Art Book of Friendship will be treasured by little ones and grown-ups alike.

Part of the beloved My Art Books series of stunning board books, which explore big feelings through famous artworks.

Selected as one of Oprah's Favorite Things 2023

As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com - 'Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text (Love is... soft snuggles... and tender nuzzles). So special - adults will want them, too.'

Featuring a bright stylish cover and sturdy colorful pages, My Art Book of Adventure pairs 35 famous artworks with joyful read-aloud text, illustrating the many feelings that come with big milestones.

A beautiful gift for babies, toddlers, and young children, as well as new and expecting parents, My Art Book of Adventure presents vibrant paintings, drawings, and sculptures by a diverse array of artists - from Edward Hopper and Henri Matisse to Amy Sherald and Yinka Shonibare. With its elegant design and heartwarming descriptions, My Art Book of Adventure will be treasured by little ones and grown-ups alike.

Part of the beloved My Art Books series of stunning board books, which explore big feelings through famous artworks.

As featured in ELLE Decoration, Booklist, and Kirkus

The first ever picture-book biography for readers aged 4-7 years of the performance art pioneer - Marina Abramovic

Marina Abramovic is a world-famous artist who uses her body to perform in unexpected and unusual ways that make an audiences think.

She once sat back-to-back with her partner and had their hair tied together for over 17 hours. Another time, museum visitors watch her scrub 1,500 cow bones for six hours a day.

This innovative book tells an inspiring story about the pioneering performance artist who is also the first female artist to hold a major solo exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts in London.

This special celebration for young readers of one of the most important contemporary woman artists of our time features striking black-and-white and red illustrations printed in Pantones throughout, together with a reproduction of the artist's work and a brief biography at the back of the book. In this innovative volume, Marina Abramovic and her cutting-edge work are brought to life for young readers like never before.

Ages 4-7

A clever, quirky book about one of the world's most beloved contemporary artists - aimed at young readers and written from Kusama's point of view!

Yayoi Kusama covers her paintings in hundreds and hundreds of dots. Her dots come off her canvases to cover dresses, tables, walls, and more!

She creates mirrored rooms and fills them with glittering balls and lights, until there is an infinity of dots - just like in her paintings. Fausto Gilberti brings movement, life, and whimsy to the true life story of one of the most important contemporary Japanese artists of our time - an artist who is still dazzling museum- and gallery-goers around the globe today.

Ages 4 - 7

Find out how the very earth beneath your feet can be used to make paints and pastels, and how flowers can be repurposed to create inks. Children can learn how to pour paint onto a canvas, how to put pencil to paper and draw, how bits of old paper can make a beautiful collage, and how different mediums can come together to create incredible prints through nature.

Inside this hands-on craft book for children, you'll find:

- Plenty of tips and techniques on how to draw, paint, print, and collage, through easy-to-follow instructions.
- Art through nature encourages children to explore outside and find natural materials to make art.
- A clear layout divided into different art forms; drawing, collaging, painting, and printing, so you can easily find the section you're looking for.

Become inspired in Make Art with Nature, as Pippa takes you into the outdoors and shows you a wide range of artistic techniques, from understanding basic color theory, to creating texture, movement, and fluidity in your own work. Kids will love learning how to master different art forms, but also how to make their own art supplies whilst getting outside and exploring nature.

A clever, quirky, and highly entertaining biography of the leading contemporary artist, Banks

Banksy is a world-famous graffiti artist who secretly spray paints pictures on streets and walls while no one is watching. His works are often about politics, war, and other important things, but he also likes to paint rats.

Rats scurry around and hide, often creating a bit of a stir, just like he does! Millions of people know his work but no one really knows who Bansky is - his true identity is a secret.

Fausto Gilberti brings life, intrigue, and whimsy to the mysterious story of one of the most important contemporary artists of our time.

Ages 4-7

A collection of fascinating black-andwhite images created by some of the world's leading modern artists. Each one has been specially selected to help babies begin to recognize pictures and connect with the world around them. This board book also includes a stunning frieze featuring all the images used in the book -- a perfect way to bring contemporary art to your baby.

From the tools to the techniques to the fantastic projects, everything has been chosen specifically for children. Youngsters can use special, colorful, felt-tipped pens called chisel-edged markers to produce great-looking letters. The guidelines make it easier to get good results. Attractive pages, filled with brightly colored examples, get kids started with simple zigzags and then move on to small and large italics, gothic lettering, uncial, and Roman calligraphy. Children will enjoy using their new skills to write down favorite poems, fashion border designs, and create greeting cards and invitations.

This book has not only entertained but has also encouraged my students to express themselves in new and powerful ways. --Raleigh Young, Kindergarten Teacher at Polytechnic School, Pasadena, CA

I wish I had this book when I was a youngster, to help me understand just how many ways you could approach being an artist, and all the tools you can use to make your work. --Sharna Jackson, Author of Black Artists Shaping the World

A follow-up book to the popular Making a Great Exhibition, I Am an Artist offers young readers exciting insights into the many ways artists work and the reasons why they make art.

Geared to children ages 4 to 8, but with appeal for all ages, this colorful and playful book asks: Who are artists? Why do they make art? What materials do they use? What tools do they work with? What forms do their artworks take?

Structured around a tour of an artists' studio complex, the book introduces readers to street artists, ceramicists, conceptual artists, textile artists, photographers, glassblowers, and more! The artists share their working spaces and their techniques while explaining why they make art.

Rose and Doro's first publication, Making a Great Exhibition, published in 2021, was acclaimed by The New York Times for demystifying the art world and making it accessible to budding young artists, and lauded by the renowned author and illustrator Oliver Jeffers, who wrote, If this book helps shed light to just one kid that [art] is a viable career option, then it has done its job, as art is indescribably important!

Now Rose and Doro have teamed up for a second time to bring their experiences with and love for the world of art to a young audience.

Join author and artist, Pippa Pixley, as she teaches you how to draw animals of all shapes and sizes. All animals are shown in a simple step-by-step format so budding artists can follow along with ease, while adding their own artistic flair and personal touches.

This book will inspire creativity and resourcefulness with pages on how to make and use your very own inks. Learn about techniques such as mark-making, mixing colors, and shading to create texture and add depth to drawings. Go wild and experiment with different materials like charcoal and graphite, and let your imagination run free across the page.

This learn-to-draw book features:

• A collection of cute animals to draw in all different shapes and sizes.
• Simple draw-along steps that are straightforward and sketchy, making it easy for children to follow along.
• Tips on how to use different natural materials and techniques to improve their skills.

Perfect for young artists of all ages, whether learning to draw for the first time or refining more advanced skills, this book has something for everyone. Inspire imagination and spark a journey of creativity and artistry that will last for years to come.

Introduce your little ones to Dr. Ochoa's stellar world of the arts in English and Spanish - and how their creativity is the rooted path toward our world's innovation.

Joining Dr. Ochoa's Stellar World series' is the artistic A in STEAM, Dr. Ochoa's Stellar World: Arts! Little ones will be guided through an out-of-this-world journey through the arts, from acting, painting, dancing, and much more. Ellen Ochoa will introduce them to all the art forms in which they can show their curiosity and creativity. Along the way, your future artistic trailblazers will learn how teamwork and innovation can lead to new showstopping adventures!

Parents will adore this bilingual English-Spanish STEAM board book as it introduces little ones to all the extraordinary ways their passions for art and science can be combined into one.

From the psychedelic typography used in Make Love Not War posters of the '60s to the solitary raised fist, some of the most memorable and striking protest artwork from across the world and throughout history deserves a long, hard look. Readers can explore each piece of art to understand how color, symbolism, technique, and typography play an important role in communication. Guided by activist, lecturer, and speaker De Nichols's powerful narrative and stunningly illustrated by a collaboration of young artists, this volume also has plenty of tips and ideas for creating your own revolutionary designs. This is a fully comprehensive look at the art of protest.

Build social-emotional skills with art therapy activities for kids ages 6 to 9

Making art is a great way for kids to sort through their emotions and learn how to solve problems in creative ways. This standout choice among art therapy books for kids is filled with activities for you and your child, whether you're looking for a fun weekend activity with high social-emotional value or you need in-the-moment strategies for resolving conflict. Together, you'll learn how to harness the power of art to soothe worries, get organized, ease transitions, and much more!

• Lots of ways to get creative--Explore projects organized by artform: drawing and painting, building and sculpting, cutting and pasting, dancing and music making, and acting and storytelling.
• Art therapy activities made easy--Each activity includes a list of materials, step-by-step instructions, and helpful tips. Keep an eye out for discussion questions to inspire deeper conversations with your child!
• Simple materials--There's no need to buy fancy or expensive materials for these activities! You might even have most of them on hand, like paper, pens, construction paper, and a device to play music.

Encourage good behavior and help your child thrive with Art Therapy Activities for Kids!

Spark creativity with hands-on art projects for kids ages 5 to 10

The world is full of art! From paintings in museums to beautiful buildings, we see art everywhere we go. Get kids excited about making art themselves with this book of projects that inspires them to think like an artist and shows them how much fun it is to create with their own hands.

They'll learn about the history of art and all kinds of different mediums, before diving into 20 super fun activities. With each one, they'll experience art in action--and the science behind it--as they make their own stamps, illustrate the life cycle of a butterfly with found objects, and draw with food coloring and salt. Animate young imaginations with a book that helps kids build the skills they need to think outside the box.

Go beyond other art books for kids with:

• A STEAM connection--Explore a range of art techniques and find out how they relate to science, technology, engineering, and math.
• Kid-friendly instructions--Step-by-step guidance and helpful photos make these projects easy to follow and simple enough for kids to do with minimal supervision.
• Basic materials--Every activity in this art book for kids can be made with inexpensive, familiar items that you probably have at home.

Unlock the world of art and science with this activity book for kids that helps them learn and grow.

The Wing On A Flea is the very first book Ed Emberley wrote and illustrated, published in 1962.

This lovely book of line drawings about basic shapes and what they could become foreshadowed his later, well-known how-to-draw series of books. Upon its release, The Wing On A Flea was named one of the New York Times' 10 best illustrated books of the year and was an ALA Notable Book. AMMO is delighted to reissue this classic Emberley title to a new generation of children.

See and Play With Clay follows two characters, a boy named Clay and his dog Polymer. Clay plays a game of hide and seek with Polymer, but he can't find him alone since he can be a tricker hider. Explore different locations with Clay as Polymer moves from place to place as he gets found. Can you help Clay find his friend?

Mini Artists introduces young children to art through twenty fun and easy craft projects inspired by famous artworks. Each project has been prepared for children between the ages three and six years by author Joséphine Seblon, an art historian and mother of two young children.

The benefits of art for young children are well known. Art stimulates curiosity, creativity, the imagination, and well-being. But being creative with young children can be daunting. This is where Mini Artists comes in.

The twenty projects in Mini Artists engage children with art through making. Mini artists will discover drip painting with Jackson Pollock, carve soap sculptures with Barbara Hepworth, and create their own obliteration room with Yayoi Kusama. They'll travel through time and explore art from different periods, from cave painting to Medieval stained glass, Chinese ink painting to washable graffiti inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat. Grounded in art history, Mini Artists also features a range of interesting art techniques that are ideal for teaching new motor skills.

Each project requires minimal setup and cleanup, so that the maximum amount of time is spent creating together. The step-by-step instructions show photographs of the projects in progress so they can be followed at a glance, and the projects use simple materials, such as clay, ink, or paint.