About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is a 'multipotentialite' who can't decide if they love painting or building blocks more, or when they feel frustrated that their projects take a long time to finish. This biography reframes 'distractibility' as boundless curiosity, showing how Leonardo da Vinci used his notebooks to bridge the worlds of art, anatomy, and engineering. It is a sophisticated yet accessible look at the Renaissance man's life, emphasizing that being 'different' is often the hallmark of a genius. Through Diane Stanley's signature research and detailed illustrations, children ages 7 to 12 will see that a wandering mind can be a powerful tool for discovery. It is an ideal choice for fostering a growth mindset and a love for lifelong learning.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is secular and objective. It mentions Leonardo's illegitimacy and his vegetarianism briefly, but the focus remains on his intellectual pursuits. It touches on the dissection of bodies for science in a clinical, historical manner appropriate for the age group.
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