Product Description: From circles and squares to arches and stars, Museum Shapes introduces children to basic and complex shapes through The Metropolitan Museums extensive and varied collections of art. Each shape has two spreads devoted to it; the first spread asks what shape a certain object is in a chosen piece of art. Once the child has the answer, he or she can turn the page to verify the answer. Information about each piece of art and its creator appears in the back of the book. While children discover different shapes, adults will appreciate the aesthetic value and cultural richness of this glorious book, which features the works of a diverse range of artists including Paul Klee, Pablo Picasso, Claude Monet, and Dante Gabriel Rossetti.
The oval is an ellipse Absolutely lovely book that children will love to ponder and enjoy. It helps children truly learn how to find shapes outside the usual textbook form and also encourages finding shapes in the environment. My only complaint is that the oval depicted in the book is an ellipse. An ellipse always has two axes of reflection; an oval has one or more. So, an egg-shape is an oval, but not an ellipse.
Great book content, not in perfect condition I got this book for my 3 1/2 year old daughter, who loves art. The book is great, but there was black marker or ink on the outside cover and pages. Not a huge problem, but if you have a 3 year old, they notice those imperfections and it drives them crazy. It was a 'bargain book' so I guess I get what I paid for. Other than that, it's a great way to expose children to art, composition, and details. Not the typical 'children's shape book'.
a beautiful book This book is beautifully done, I loved looking at the pictures and wanted to offer a different perspective of shapes in the world. Unfortunately it does not hold my 3 year old sons interest. I think the book is worth it though and will try again when he is older.
An Art Museum and the Element of Shape I find this book a very nice way to introduce my elementary art classes to the element of shape in art. The pictures and presentation are clear and it gives a nice overview of what a museum might include for those that have not visited one. Students enjoy the pictures over and over.
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