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Description
Degas was a painter who enjoyed capturing the small moments in life by observing people with an attentive eye. This book weaves Degas's paintings into the story while illustrating his character.
Quick Summary
Discover how a famous painter became a "quiet observer" who found extraordinary stories in everyday moments, from dancers practicing in studios to crowds watching horse races, turning art into a thrilling game of spotting hidden details. Kids will love flipping through Degas's vivid paintings while learning that paying attention to small things like a tilted head or a flowing dress can tell whole stories without a single word. If your kid loves "Hello, World!" or "Katie" picture books that make art accessible and fun, they'll be drawn to this friendly introduction to one of history's most curious artistic minds. Ideal for kindergarten through third grade, particularly ages 5-8, who are starting to notice the world around them and ask "what are they doing?"