Discovering African American Art for Children

Come Look With Me Art Books

by James Haywood Rolling Jr.

COME LOOK WITH DISCOVERING AFRICAN AMERICAN ART FOR CHILDREN introduces children to twelve magnificent works of art. The artwork presented in this book is a small representation of a very remarkable effort by African Americans in the United States during the twentieth century to portray our developing self-image as citizens who have shaped not only ourselves, but have helped to develop the shape and color of all of our aspirations.

The author, Dr. James Haywood Rolling, Jr., leads this visual exploration and interaction. Children are invited to wake up with Romare Bearden’s Morning, to explore and join in important ceremonies as revealed in Clementine Hunter's Baptism, and to stroll along the busy sidewalk in front of Jacob Lawrence’s Brownstones. They can explore the ideas and the unique struggles of African American artists and their contribution to the culture of the United States.

Well suited for both individual and classroom use, DISCOVERING AFRICAN AMERICAN ART FOR CHILDREN pairs great works of art with thought-provoking questions, encouraging children to learn through visual exploration and interaction. Thoughtful text introduces the world and work of the artist, making the most of a child’s natural curiosity.

Genres: Art, Picture Books, Childrens, African American

32 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 2005

Reviews

[Christine Sopko · Rating 5 out of 5]

From a teaching perspective I enjoyed the ease of the questions next to the pictures to help with discusion.

[K.L. Bernard · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you would like an opportunity to teach young children about art, here is the book you've been looking for. Learning about are is a lot of fun. Young observers can see the art and can ask questions about what they are seeing. While viewing art pieces from artists like Sara Albritton, Hughie Lee Smith, Jacob Lawrence and many others, young readers will learn about each artist along with details that describe the paintings. Parents and teachers can utilize this wonderful tool to educate children about art, what purpose it serves and to learn to appreciate its value.

[Rabin · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of the things that makes this book a great resources is the fact that it has the work of so many different Black artists, working with a variety of mediums, in one book. Parents and other educators will appreciate the fact that each piece of work is accompanied by some reflection questions that can spark discussion and/or some writing about the work. Brief bios about each artist are also given.

[Rukia Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This a wonderful resource book for an elementary class. Its unique in that it features the work of various African-American artists, a brief bio of each,copies of their work and their usage of mediums. The book could easily compliment the further study of art and African American folklore.

[Tiffany · Rating 3 out of 5]

this entire series is great

[Terry]

We've got a full review on the Reading Tub website.