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Artist of the Month: Norman Rockwell

Cindy Wise

Published on: 28/10/2025

Discover November's Artist of the Month, the prolific and beloved, Norman Rockwell. Learn about his Four Freedoms and Golden Rule works of art. Video links, Book Recommendation and Can You? Create Activities for kids.

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Book Recommendation: Lois Ehlert Leaf Man

Cindy Wise

Published on: 20/10/2025

Where will the wind take Leaf Man on his journey? Be inspired by Lois Ehlert's book "Leaf Man" to create your own Leaf Man and leaf art, writings, nature studies and more!

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Artist of the Month: Winslow Homer

Cindy Wise

Published on: 09/10/2025

Discover August's Artist of the Month Winslow Homer. One of the greatest American Artists of the 19th Century. Subjects included everyday life, waterscapes, and dramatic paintings of life on the sea, Free Art and Writing Activities for Kids.

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Artist of the Month: Grant Wood

Cindy Wise

Published on: 25/09/2025

Discover October's Artist of the Month Grant Wood. Regionalism Landscapes and American Gothic. Free Art and Writing Activities for Kids.

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