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Edgar Degas: Paintings That Dance: Paintings That Dance (Smart About Art) Paperback – Picture Book, October 1, 2001

by Maryann Cocca-Leffler (Author, Illustrator)
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Edgar Degas is famous for his paintings of ballerinas, and that's what first attracts Kristin to his artwork. But as she studies him for her report, she discovers that his art ranged far beyond the ballet and she gradually learns exactly what makes Degas's work so unique.
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    5 - 9 years
  2. Part of series
    Smart About Art
  3. Print length
    32 pages
  4. Language
    English
  5. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  6. Dimensions
    7 x 0.15 x 9 inches
  7. Publisher
    Grosset & Dunlap
  8. Publication date
    October 1, 2001
  9. ISBN-10
    0448425203
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0448425207
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With a clear, accessible format, the Smart About Art series kicks off with Edgar Degas: Paintings that Dance by Maryann Cocca-Leffler; Claude Monet: Sunshine and Waterlilies by True Kelley; and Vincent van Gogh: Sunflowers and Swirly Stars by Joan Holub. Each presents factual information about each artist in the style of a school report, interjecting the narrative with the voice of a child writer. In Degas, for instance, "author" Kristin pastes in a photograph of herself in fourth position (aping one of Degas's sketches of a ballet dancer); in Monet, the narrator compares two paintings of the same scene, one by Renoir and one by Monet. Full-color photos and reproductions of the paintings illustrate the text.

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Grade 1-3-The conceit behind these biographies is that they were written by elementary-grade students as reports on the painters. Each book opens with a letter from their teacher, "Ms. Brandt," outlining some questions the student might want to think about when preparing the assignment: why did you pick this artist; if you could ask him or her three questions what would they be; and did you learn anything that surprised you? Unfortunately, the end results are cluttered pages and possibly confusing content. While each book includes facts about the subject's life (birth date and place, childhood, work, etc.), it also incorporates little bits of information about the child who is writing the report. For example, Kristin, the "author" of Degas, includes her own self-portrait next to the artist's. The material presented on each subject is strictly biographical; there is no discussion of the artists' technique or place in art history. Colorful pages and lettering highlight the many reproductions, photographs, childlike drawings, and snippets of text. The "Getting to Know the World's Great Artists" series (Children's) presents solid factual information along with reproductions. However, for an engaging introduction to an artist by a fictional character, steer readers to Christina Bj?rk's Linnea in Monet's Garden (R & S, 1987) or Neil Waldman's appealing The Starry Night (Boyds Mills, 2001).
Susan Lissim, Dwight School, New York City
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grosset & Dunlap; First Edition (October 1, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0448425203
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0448425207
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.15 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 30 ratings

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I've been writing and illustrating children's books for more than 30 years and have published over 60 books. I graduated from Massachusetts College of Art and Design with a BFA in illustration. My Italian childhood has inspired several books. The first book I wrote and illustrated was "Wednesday is Spaghetti Day". My books "Bus Route to Boston" and "Clams All Year" are family stories which I hold dear to my heart. Recent books include: "The Belonging Tree", "Same Way Ben", and "The Power of Yet". "Janine" and "Janine and the Field Day Finish" are books inspired by my daughter and her experience has a child with disabilities; (www.Janinesparty.com). My most popular series are the "LET IT" Books; LET IT RAIN & LET IT SHINE, LET IT FALL & LET IT SNOW. Please keep checking my website to learn more about my books, school visits and upcoming projects. I live and work in Maine where I am working on my next new book!

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Martha C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading for children who like art and want to learn about famous artists
Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2023
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I gave 2 each of the artist books to 1 set of 7 year old identical twins. Good gift!!!
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L. McGoff
5.0 out of 5 stars Edgar Degas book for children
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2014
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My granddaughter has a print of one of Edgar Degas' paintings in her room, and it was wonderful for her to learn more about him. The service was A+ from the company that we bought it from.
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aj odonnell
5.0 out of 5 stars Cleverly written.
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2013
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because it hi-lites the theme of dancing... with lots of pix... cleverly done... attractive... but I don't like to have to write a specific number of words.
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awsome!
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2015
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Good short story...great layout! I enjoy myself.....not only for kid!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Kids loved it
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2018
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Good starter for children
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Marcie
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2015
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Bought with other similar books to create a library and awareness of art for my grandson.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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This classro0m series is great for anyone of any age. It is inspiring.
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Kirsten Terborg
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful introduction to the world of art
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2007
As a teacher looking to add to her biography collection, this series is a dream come true. It's written in a style that is attractive and holds a child's attention. There is a mixture of real art pieces and drawings done by the book's illustrator. It's a painless way of learning new information. I highly recommend all books in this series for any 3-5 grade teacher.
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