The Oxford Children's A to Z of Art (Paperback)

This title, from the A to Z reference series for children, contains full-page features on aboriginal art, decorative arts, techniques, materials and equipment, plus a clear timeline detailing the history of art through the ages. Explains types of art (surrealism, impressionism, fresco, pop) as well as providing interesting biographies of many famous artists (Raphael, Donatello, van Gogh, Picasso, Hockney etc.).