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Children's Nonfiction Sculpture

123 I Can Sculpt!

illustrated by Irene Luxbacher

Publisher
Kids Can Press
Initial publish date
Sep 2007
Category
Sculpture, Crafts & Hobbies
Recommended Age
4 to 7
Recommended Grade
p to 2
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781554531516
    Publish Date
    Sep 2007
    List Price
    $6.95
  • Hardback

    ISBN
    9781554530380
    Publish Date
    Sep 2007
    List Price
    $14.95

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Description

Illustrated step-by-step sculpting projects include a toothy crocodile, a sunbathing sea lion, a flock of feathered friends and more. Budding artists will proudly say, “I can sculpt!”

Encouraging play and experimentation with everyday materials and tools, Starting Art unlocks the creative spirit in every young child. This excellent new series offers unique clear and inspiring step-by-step illustrated techniques for creating fun and appealing art projects that lead to discovery and a real sense of accomplishment.

Starting Art introduces art concepts such as color, form and texture, reinforced and put into practice through the creative process. Each book includes a visual glossary of key art terms and a note to parents and teachers on how to ensure a good art experience every time.

About the author

IRENE LUXBACHER est à la fois auteure, illustratrice et artiste. Elle a publié de nombreux livres d’activités artistiques et albums jeunesse dont Le jardin imaginaire de grand-papa, d’Andrew Larsen, mis en nomination pour le Prix du Gouverneur général dans la catégorie illustrations. Irene habite à Toronto où elle travaille actuellement à la création de nouveaux tableaux et albums.

 

IRENE LUXBACHER was nominated for the Governor General’s Award for her illustrations in Andrew Larsen’sThe Imaginary Garden (Le jardin imaginaire de grand-papa). She has illustrated several other picture books, including Mittens to Share (Une mitaine pour deux), The Heart’s Song (Le grand cœur de madame Lili), as well as her own picture books Once I Was a Bear (Lorsque j’étais un ours…) and Mattoo, Let’s Play! (Viens jouer, Matou!). She lives in Toronto, Ontario with her husband and young son. You can learn more about her work at www.ireneluxbacher.com.

Irene Luxbacher's profile page

Awards

  • Winner, Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children's Book Centre

Librarian Reviews

123 I Can Sculpt! (Starting Art)

In 123 I Can Sculpt!, Irene Luxbacher shows aspiring Michaelangelos that they can create amazing animal sculptures simply by using the myriad of materials they can find around the house. Whether a sculpture of a dinosaur, giraffe, lamb or a flock of birds is what you desire, all you need is egg cartons, cardboard tubes, buttons, cotton balls, masking tape, glue, a bit of creativity and a dash of imagination.

Source: The Canadian Children's Bookcentre. Spring 2008. Vol.31 No.2.

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