My Favorite Books: AME 046 - a podcast by Patty Palmer: Art Teacher and expert in teaching art to kids.

Whenever I find myself stuck for inspiration, I always turn to books. Picture books are a secret passion of mine. I love looking at the exquisite illustrations as it puts me back in touch with why art is important.

Children learn much about the world through books and as educators we can use books to help children understand what we are teaching.This episode shares my list of favorite art books not just for the art room but for everyday inspiration.



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Books Referenced in ShowLaurence Anholt's Art Series

Illustrator Veroniqué Massenot Website and Instagram Octavia Monaco's Website

The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau by Michelle Markel and Amanda HallChild's Introduction to Art: The World's Greatest Paintings and Sculptures by Heather Alexander and Meredith Hamilton

Modern Art Adventures: 36 Creative, Hands-On Projects Inspired by Artists from Monet to Banksy by Maja Pitamic and Jill LaidlawThe Museum by Susan Verde and Peter H Reynolds

Dianna Hutts Aston Books/websiteA Rock Is Lively

A Nest Is NoisyOver and Under the Pond by Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal

Over and Under the Snow plus project on Deep Space SparkleBotanicum: Welcome to the Museum curated by Katie Scott and Kathy Willis

The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse by Eric CarleLadies Drawing Night: Make Art, Get Inspired, Join the Party by Julia Rothman, Leah Goren, Rachael Cole

A Field Guide to Coastal Fishes: From Alaska to CaliforniaNot discussed in the podcast, but this book is a new discovery!
Above and Below by Hanako ClulowCharley Harper: An Illustrated Life by Todd Oldham

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