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Art & Creativity Books for Ages 8–11 – Wonderlit | Wonderlit

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Art & Creativity Books for Ages 8–11

Art and creativity at chapter book age becomes more personal and more serious. These 7,399 books explore what it means to make something, to develop a skill, and to discover that your particular way of seeing the world is worth expressing.

7,399 books

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Dadaji's Paintbrush

Rashmi Sirdeshpande

For young readers exploring themes of legacy, creativity, and the enduring power of family, this book tenderly portrays

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World of Language

Shapes of All Sizes

For the creative soul who finds peace in patterns and precision. This massive collection of intricate designs offers a c

Cover of Sparky The Life and Art of Charles Schulz

Sparky The Life and Art of Charles Schulz

Beverly Gherman

For the quiet child who wonders if their shyness is a hurdle or a gift. Discover how a boy who felt like a 'loser' creat

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Cover of Once Upon a Lily Pad Froggy Love in Monet's Garden

Once Upon a Lily Pad Froggy Love in Monet's Garden

Kathleen Fain, Joan Sweeney

Hector and Henriette are the most famous frogs in France, spending their days befriending an old painter named Monet in

Ages 4–8

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Voices of the Heart

For the child curious about how we express our inner world, this book uses Chinese calligraphy and art to explore the de

Cover of The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush

Little Gopher follows a powerful Dream-Vision to become an artist for his people, eventually capturing the very colors o

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Women Who Dared

25 Women Who Dared to Create

Rebecca Stanborough

For the young artist or writer dreaming big, this book showcases 52 incredible women who broke barriers with their creat

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Caroline McAlister Biographies #3

A Line Can Go Anywhere: The Brilliant, Resilient Life of Artist Ruth Asawa

Caroline McAlister

For the child finding their way through difficult times, this story shows how simple materials and a resilient spirit ca

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Anno's Journey #2

Wander through the rolling hills and busy piazzas of Italy to find tiny masterpieces, historical figures, and folklore h

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Figures of Speech

For the child who takes everything literally, these clever illustrations turn common idioms into hilarious visual jokes

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Charlotte in Giverny

Joan MacPhail Knight

For young artists and dreamers, this charming chapter book explores how a special place can inspire creativity and help

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The Little Matador

For the child who feels pressured to follow in a parent's footsteps but has their own unique passions and gentle heart.

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The Idea in You

For children who need a boost of confidence to share their unique ideas and for parents looking to inspire a love for cr

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Suzette and Nicholas #2

Suzette and Nicholas and the Sunijudi Circus

Michèle Lochak

The excitement of a visiting circus prompts Suzette, Nicholas, and their friends to build their very own show right at h

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Adventures in Makerspace #4

A Photo Journal Mission

Shannon McClintock Miller, Blake Hoena

For the child who loves taking pictures and wants to tell bigger stories with their camera. This graphic novel makes lea

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For the child who feels their creative talents aren't valued at school or needs the courage to stand up for their hobbie

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Meet the Author

For the budding creator who wonders where ideas come from. This intimate look at an artist's life and studio reveals how

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What's the Point of...?

What's the Point of Art?

Ann Kay, Cynthia Fischer, Sam Atkinson

For the inquisitive child who wonders why humans create art and how to look at it. This visual guide breaks down complex

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Draw-It-Yourself Adventures #1

Andrew Judge, Chris Judge

For the creative child who loves to take charge of the story. This interactive adventure invites readers to draw and doo

Cover of Before Colors: Where Pigments and Dyes Come From

Before Colors: Where Pigments and Dyes Come From

Annette Bay Pimentel

For the curious child who asks where everything comes from, this beautiful history of color explores how nature is trans

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What the Artist Saw

Frida Kahlo: She Painted Her World in Self-Portraits

For the child navigating physical challenges or looking for their own unique voice. Discover how Frida Kahlo transformed

Cover of Our Story Begins: Your Favorite Authors and Illustrators Share Fun, Inspiring, and Occasionally Ridiculous Things They Wrote and Drew as Kids

Our Story Begins: Your Favorite Authors and Illustrators Share Fun, Inspiring, and Occasionally Ridiculous Things They Wrote and Drew as Kids

Elissa Brent Weissman

Peek into the childhood notebooks of famous creators to see the quirky, imperfect, and inspired early works that launche

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Soar to Success

The Little Painter of Sabana Grande

Patricia Markun

For the child who loves to create but feels limited by their tools. Discover how a boy in Panama uses nature and his own

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Who Is Steven Spielberg?

Stephanie Spinner

For the creative child who feels like an outsider, this inspiring biography shows how a young boy's obsession with camer

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