August is American Artist Appreciation Month! Check out these titles from our Juvenile collections to celebrate and inspire your budding artists.
Beginning Chapter Books (Grades 1-3)
by Trish Granted
The new student at Rivertown Elementary, Willow Davis, has a big secret. She is a genie! And the only person who knows that? Her new best friend, Jeanie Bell. Jeanie is starting to learn that she needs to be careful what she wishes for. But she can't stop other people from accidentally making wishes! So when all the art for the school art fair comes to life, will Jeanie and Willow be able to erase the mistake?
by Steven Brezenoff
Somebody is vandalizing exhibits at the Capitol City Museum of American History, and it is up to twelve-year-old Raining Sam and his friends to find the culprit before irreparable damage is done.
by Bea Garcia
When budding artist Bea Garcia's best friend moves to Australia and a loud, rambunctious boy moves into her old house, Bea must learn to make new friends.
Chapter Books (Grades 3-5)
by Caroline Gertler
When Georgia finds a secret sketch her late father--a famed artist--left behind, the discovery leads her down a path that may reshape everything holding her family and friends together. Caroline Gertler's debut is a story about friendship, family, grief, and creativity.
by Gabrielle Balkan
A picture book biography of the life of American painter Georgia O'Keeffe. Includes a timeline of her works as well as related art appreciation activities.
by Krista Van Dolzer
When twelve-year-old painter Esther gets stuck at math camp rather than art camp, she is determined to prove herself but someone leaves cryptic messages intended to drive her away.
Stephani Lindsey
Youth Specialist
Sharon Fork Library
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