Title: Art & Max
Author: David Wiesner
Year Published: 2010
Ages: 4-8 years old
Why I chose this book: I am familiar with David Wiesner's interesting work and love art projects. This cover made me laugh, I very much relate to the lizard on the right side, more of a free-spirit.
Reaction: Art & Max, a beautifully crafted book with amazing illustrations. The relationship between the two was very heart-warming. Seeing the two completely opposite lizards, interact was a delight. I think it would be a great lesson on celebrating differences and learning how to cooperate with people who do things differently. ( I would know, as I am one of those people who operates differently). I thoroughly enjoyed seeing Art's emotional evolution of letting go. That is one life lesson that children understand however adults need to remember.
Many reviews of this book suggest that Wiesner is inviting dialogues of "What is art?" in this creation. I would agree with that statement. I find that Art's character represents the traditional approach of defining art and Max's character represents a more modern approach. Interestingly, both approaches are neither the wrong or right answer. (I am a huge believer in all shades of gray!)
I plan to read this book every time I embark upon a crafting session, to remind myself that art does not have to follow a strict set of rules or standards.
Many reviews of this book suggest that Wiesner is inviting dialogues of "What is art?" in this creation. I would agree with that statement. I find that Art's character represents the traditional approach of defining art and Max's character represents a more modern approach. Interestingly, both approaches are neither the wrong or right answer. (I am a huge believer in all shades of gray!)
I plan to read this book every time I embark upon a crafting session, to remind myself that art does not have to follow a strict set of rules or standards.
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