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- Heather M.
- Friday, June 24, 2022
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Take a break and make some art with your favorite children's book illustrators.
Turn off your screens (after you've watched one of these awesome videos for inspiration) and CREATE!
Collage, draw, paint. Use your best art supplies, whatever you can find lying around (check the trash or recycling bin) or make your own.
Check out some of our favorite children's book illustrators as they show us how to make some really cool art:
Once you've completed your masterpiece, consider submitting your artwork for possible inclusion in Richland Library's literary magazine, Kids in Print.
Please keep in mind:
- Artwork should be vertical on 8.5 x 11 inch white paper and created with a black and white color palette.
- Contributors must also live in the Midlands and be 6-18 years-old for consideration.
Rain!
Published in 2013
As an old man grumbles his way through a rainy morning, spreading gloom, his neighbor, a young child, spreads cheer while hopping through puddles in frog-themed rainwear.
The King of Kindergarten
Published in 2019
Instilled with confidence by his parents, a young boy has a great first day of kindergarten.
Grandma's Purse
Published in 2018
"When Grandma Mimi comes to visit, her granddaughter cannot wait to see what treasures she has hidden in her purse."-- Provided by publisher.
Last Stop on Market Street
Published in 2015
A young boy rides the bus across town with his grandmother and learns to appreciate the beauty in everyday things.
Gaston
Published in 2014
A proper bulldog raised in a poodle family and a tough poodle raised in a bulldog family meet one day in the park.
Just in Case You Want to Fly
Published in 2019
Offers encouragement and supplies, from a snack and a blanket to a map for finding the way home, to a loved one who may be facing a new challenge.
When's My Birthday?
Published in 2017
Children excitedly discuss the details of their upcoming birthdays.
Baghead
Published in 2002
Josh hides the bad haircut he gave himself by wearing a bag on his head, until his sister has a better idea.
Lunch Lady and the Cyborg Substitute
Published in 2009
The school lunch lady is a secret crime fighter who uncovers an evil plot to replace all the popular teachers with robots.
Punk Farm
Published in 2005
At the end of the day, while Farmer Joe gets ready for bed, his animals tune their instruments to perform in a big concert as a rock band called Punk Farm.
A New Class
Published in 2016
Excitedly embarking on his course of training at the Jedi Academy in spite of his older sister's jealousy, Victor Starspeeder struggles with Master Yoda's assignments, which include a requirement to join the drama club to channel his high energy.
It's Tough to Lose Your Balloon
Published in 2015
Illustrations and simple text suggest ways see the positive side of difficulties, from losing one's balloon to being left with a new babysitter.
Another
Published in 2019
"A young girl and her cat take an imaginative journey into another world"-- Provided by publisher.
You Matter
Published in 2020
Illustrations and easy-to-read text remind the reader that no matter what happens or how one feels, he or she matters.
Little Penguins
Published in 2016
"During the first snowy day of winter, five little penguins bundle up and venture outside to play"-- Provided by publisher.
Mary Had a Little Glam
Published in 2016
"Mary had a little glam that grew into a lot. And everywhere that Mary went, she wasn't hard to spot. But on the day she started school, she caught some by surprise. Sweet Mary shrugged and hugged her mom. "I must accessorize."'--Page 4 of cover.
Think Big
Published in 2012
A classroom of exuberant youngsters explores art in its most varied forms, from painting, music, and writing to cooking and performing.