Childrens Book List

Peter Pan and the London Skyline
Kids will recreate the iconic illustration of Peter Pan flying high above the London skyline in this project. They'll learn a wet-on-wet watercolor technique to blend their watercolors. They'll also mix up shaving cream and glue to create a special paint for the full moon!
Classic Books Art Box
Children’s storybooks are full of magical imagery that provides the perfect inspiration for art! In this month’s art box, kids will dig into Winnie the Pooh, Peter Pan, and a few other classic tales. They’ll create their own artistic interpretations of Pooh’s honey pot and Peter Pan’s flight to Neverland.
Black History Month Art Projects: Romare Bearden, Alma Thomas, and Gee’s Bend Quilters
Black History Month Art Projects: Romare Bearden, Alma Thomas, and Gee’s Bend Quilters | Kids Art Box
Black History Month Art Projects: Romare Bearden, Alma Thomas, and Gee’s Bend Quilters
Black History Month Art Projects: Romare Bearden, Alma Thomas, and Gee’s Bend Quilters | Kids Art Box
Books About Georgia O’Keeffe
Books About Georgia O’Keeffe | Kids Art Box
Books about the 4th of July for Kids
Happy birthday, America! Get the hot dogs ready, prep the fireworks, and put on your red, white, and blue! As you celebrate the holiday, take a bit of time to teach your child about the meaning behind it. Journey through the Revolutionary War and learn how the Founding Fathers wrote the Constitution. Meet the people who dedicated their lives to making sure our country was independent. Go on an adventure across the 50 states to see the things that make America so great today.
Books about Henri Matisse for Kids
Henri Matisse ushered in a bold new style of art during the early 20th century. His use of vibrant colors, broad strokes, and paper cut-outs brought about strong emotions during his lifetime, and his art still fascinates people today. We encourage you to use the books on this list to introduce your children to Matisse’s passion for art and expression.
Books about National Parks for kids
From Alaska to Florida, the United States’ national parks span the entire country. Most adults can name the most-famous park features with just a glance—the Grand Canyon, Old Faithful, the Rocky Mountains. Use the books on this list to teach your children about these incredible natural wonders. Many of these books use photographs, but a few of them have stunning illustrations that kids and adults will love. And, of course, they’re full of facts about the most beloved natural parks in America.
Books about Sharks
Does your view of sharks more closely resemble Baby Shark or Jaws? Yes, sharks have some pretty scary teeth, but they’re also incredible ocean creatures! With the books on this list, you can show your child why sharks get a pretty bad rap and teach them about the features that make sharks an important part of the ocean environment. We’ve included several non-fiction books to satisfy your child’s curiosity.
Books about Tropical Islands
Laying on the beach, listening to the sound of the waves, soaking up the sun . . . a tropical island is paradise! But it’s also an adventure! This month, we invite you and your children to read about ocean creatures, tide pools, and island formations. Plus, don’t miss the books that describe the unique culture of island people and their way of life. Read a few of these books and encourage your children to share what they learn with another friend or family member!
Books about Virginia Sterret
Virginia Sterrett’s illustrations are magical, taking readers into the story and off to a faraway land. On this book list, we’ve included the three books she illustrated during her brief career. You’ll also find a few books that encourage children to follow their dreams and become illustrators when they grow up. Sometimes, illustrations can be even more powerful than words. We encourage you to reflect on that as you read through the books on this list!