false 581373 10 This is a charming exercise in autobiography (one of several) by the great author-illustrator Tomie dePaola. "Tommy" is consumed with a passion for drawing. Although encouraged by his family, who treat his pictures with respect and decorate their houses and workplaces with them, he encounters misunderstanding and frustration at school. Finally, an art teacher gives him a chance to do his own thing. <I>The Art Lesson</I> is filled with many full-page illustrations in dePaola's inimitably warm, soothing style. It's also packed with the right lessons on individuality and perseverance, especially for children who are already showing a single-minded interest or special talents that put them ahead of their peers. (Ages 4 to 8) <I>--Richard Farr</I> 1434663 1989 The Art Lesson (Paperstar Book) total:191|5:72|4:66|3:46|2:6|1:1| 191 775 246 20 3 1 false false Tue Apr 21 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sat Apr 18 12:38:53 -0700 2009 Tue Apr 21 20:00:40 -0700 2009 more...]]> 5 1 false false Sat Jun 14 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Sat Jun 14 11:44:41 -0700 2008 Sat Jun 14 11:44:41 -0700 2008
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