Frank O. Gehry: Outside In

Reach for this book when your child feels like their big ideas do not fit into the standard boxes at school or when they are struggling to see the value in their own unique perspective. This biography follows Frank Gehry from his childhood as a creative Polish immigrant in Canada to his rise as a world-renowned architect who redefined what buildings can look like. It emphasizes that being an outsider can actually be a creative superpower. Through the lens of his career, the book explores themes of perseverance, the intersection of art and math, and the courage required to ignore critics. It is a sophisticated, visually engaging choice for middle schoolers who are beginning to navigate their own identities as makers and thinkers.