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Happiness

The third in an introductory series to fine art curated by theme for young children

Emotions are part of every toddler's day... and now, part of their first art collection! 35 full-page artworks from a variety of periods introduce emotions through one of the most important feelings of all - happiness. Each image is accompanied by a brief, tender, read-aloud text, and the work's title and artist's name are included as secondary material for true integration of narrative and information. It's a perfect introduction to this wonderful emotion for families of all kinds.

Ages 2-4 or art & happiness lovers of all ages

Artists included:

Nina Chanel Abney, Romare Bearden, Colin Bootman, Joan Brown, Alexander Calder, Jordan Casteel, Antony Gormley, The Haas Brothers, Keith Haring, William H. Johnson, Ellsworth Kelly, Laura Knight, Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama, Henri Matisse, Grandma Moses, Takashi Murakami, Yoshitomo Nara, Alice Neel, Julian Opie, Diego Rivera, James Rosenquist, Lorna Simpson, Tarsila do Amaral, Andy Warhol, Grant Wood, & Jonas Wood

FRIENDSHIP

Friends are an important part of every toddler's social life... and now, part of their first art collection!

Friendships are among the most important relationships we have. Friends play, laugh, and share -- and comfort one another in times of need. Here, for the first time, a collection of work by all-star artists from across the centuries and around the world celebrates the concept of friendship via paintings, drawings, sculptures, photographs, and more. A brief, tender, read-aloud text accompanies each work, and the work's title and artist's name are included as secondary references. Guaranteed to educate and inspire.

Artists Included:

Derrick Adams, Colin Bootman, John Brewster Jr., Jordan Casteel, Elizabeth Catlett, Komi Chen, Carroll Cloar, Arthur John Elsley, Hans-Peter Feldmann, Gilbert & George
The Haas Brothers, Keith Haring, Barkley L. Hendricks, Alejandra Hernández, Damien Hirst, William H. Johnson, KAWS, Yue Minjun, Edvard Munch
Takashi Murakami, Eva Navarro, Aliza Nisenbaum, Nam June Paik, Gordon Parks, Nicolas Party, Paola Pivi, Rob Pruitt, Amy Sherald, Wayne Thiebaud, Axel Törneman, Raelis Vasquez, Grace Weaver, Jonas Wood

ADVENTURE

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

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.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Shana Gozansky is a freelance theater director whose work has been produced from NYC to LA. She holds an MFA in directing from the Brown/Trinity Rep MFA Programs and is a graduate of Bard College. She is a Drama League Directing Fellow and her focus is on developing new plays. Shana is an avid museumgoer and art-appreciator, a mother of a toddler and a witty and a prolific social media humorist.

REVIEWS

"Shana Gozansky's board books stare head-on at naysayers arguing that fine art isn't for children... Gozansky's board books have the feel of a gift book from a museum exhibit; the cover is thick, textured, and gives the sense that there's a treasure inside... These books provide an introduction to famous works and what we can see in our own human experience through them."—Cosmic Bookshelf

"Helps children understand the meaning and power of love."—Berkshire Life

"Emotions for toddlers and pre-school children can be confusing. This book (my personal favourite) brings together 35 full-page colour artworks by famous artists, including Matisse, Jeff Koons and Antony Gormley, each accompanied by a short, read-aloud text that introduces the feeling of happiness (and its transitory nature)."—The Independent

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.'