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This book is an introduction to the life and work of twentieth-century artist Pablo Picasso.
Quick Summary
If your kid is curious about art or working on a project about famous artists, this is a solid choice. Susie Hodge does a great job breaking down Picasso's life and artistic journey without getting too heavy or stuffy, which can be a problem with some art books for kids. It's short enough (under 7,000 words) that reluctant readers won't get intimidated, but it still covers enough ground to actually learn something from his early years in Spain through his Blue Period and Cubism years all the way to his later work. Kids who are into creating art themselves will probably appreciate seeing how one person experimented so wildly with different styles and materials. A heads-up for sensitive readers: there are mentions of Picasso's difficult life experiences and the Spanish Civil War, but nothing too intense it's handled pretty gently. If your kid devours this, other artist bios like the "Who Was?" series would be a natural next step.