If Picasso Went To The Zoo

An illustrated introduction to art history for children by art teachers

(Please note: These books are no longer in print, so supplies are limited.)

This book was conceived, written, and illustrated by 50 art teachers from all over the world who share a passion for art history and teaching. After the amazing success of Gibbons' first book, If Picasso Had a Christmas Tree, this follow-up book was created.
Each teacher has emulated an artist of his/her choosing from history and includes an alliterative animal in a way that honors the work of that artist. By combining art, history, science (zoology) and poetry, this book becomes a unique resource for inter-curricular teaching. A combination of art genres is used, from the Renaissance era to modern works, which may bear little resemblance to zoo animals! These art teachers, from elementary level to high school, created these delightful illustrations to share and educate.

Paperback:​ 128 pages
Publisher:​ Firehouse Publications
Product Dimensions: ​8.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches

About the author:

Eric Gibbons​ is the founder and director of Firehouse Gallery, an AENJ award-winning art educator, an artist, an inventor, and an origami master. His work has been featured in international exhibitions of art in places such as Osaka, Japan and Alexandria, Egypt. He is the author of ​If Picasso Had a Christmas Tree​. He lives in Bordentown, New Jersey.