Pablo Picasso

Reach for this book when your child feels restricted by rules or frustrated that their drawings do not look exactly like real life. It is the perfect antidote to the 'I cannot draw' phase, showing how one of history's greatest artists spent his whole life trying to unlearn formal rules to paint with the freedom of a child. This first person biography follows Picasso from his early days as a prodigy in Spain to his revolutionary work in Paris. It explores how he used art to process deep emotions, like sadness during his Blue Period, and how he stayed curious through war and personal change. It is an inspiring look at self confidence and the courage to be different, making it an excellent choice for elementary aged children who are beginning to find their own creative voice.