Art's Art - by Alliah A Livingstone

Book Synopsis

A Funny and Heartfelt Story About Creativity, Adaptability, and Friendship
Discover a relatable story about the messiness of creativity and the power of patience in Art's Art, a charming Level 2 early reader from the Paw Prints Readers series--perfect for building reading confidence in kids ages 4 to 7.

Cam is an artist through and through--he paints, draws, and builds imaginative creations that his dad proudly displays all over their home. But when a bouncy new puppy named Art enters the picture, things don't go quite as planned. Art LOVES art too...but in a very different way! From stamping on paintings to knocking over sculptures, Art leaves a trail of chaos wherever he goes.

As Cam's frustration grows, young readers are invited to explore important themes like managing emotions, solving problems, and embracing change. Can Cam find a creative way to connect with Art and protect his masterpieces at the same time?

Key Features:
- Engaging early reader text with short sentences and age-appropriate vocabulary--ideal for developing reading fluency and comprehension
- Humorous and relatable storyline that encourages empathy, adaptability, and emotional awareness
- Perfect for shared or independent reading, whether at home or in the classroom
Whether your child loves dogs, art, or funny stories with heart, Art's Art is sure to become a favorite. Great for fans of friendship stories, pet adventures, and STEAM-inspired creativity!

Review Quotes

For the Hardcover Edition: ART'S ART by Alliah L. Agostini; illustrated by Paige A. Mason (ISBN: 9781223188928)
A young artist and his dog learn to create together.
Cam makes paintings, drawings, and small buildings that his dad proudly displays, but when Art arrives, the rambunctious dog shakes things up. He leaves paw prints all over Cam's paintings, knocks the boy's buildings down, and, worst of all, makes "his own buildings"--stinky messes that resemble chocolate kisses emanating steamy fumes. Cam and his dad are quite upset until the resourceful boy devises a plan to redirect Art's passion. He moves the art studio outdoors, dips the dog's paws and his own feet in "safe paint," and creates art that Dad is happy to hang on the wall. Art now understands the process of artmaking. "He fetched the blocks. Cam stacked them high." Cam doesn't even mind when Art continues to follow his instincts and makes "his own building" "It was okay. This time he was outside." The flattened cartoon illustrations emphasize the boy's art; kids will laugh at the scatological humor. Emphasizing short a sounds, this easy reader features concise and straightforward text and a simple story. Brown-skinned, dark-haired Cam and his father have a loving relationship, and budding artists will appreciate that Cam finds creative solutions that allow his canine pal to explore his artistic side.

An accessible tale that makes clear that anyone--even the four-legged--can be an artist. (Early reader. 4-7)

About the Author

Alliah L. Agostini grew up an avid reader in a cross-cultural African-American and Guyanese household in Buffalo, NY. After pursuing a career marketing everything from beauty and personal care to home decor, motherhood helped her return to her first love: children's literature.

Now an author and speaker, Alliah has spoken at schools, libraries, corporations, and on several podcasts. She is also the author of the acclaimed The Juneteenth Story: Celebrating the End of Slavery in the United States. Alliah and her work have been highlighted on the TODAY Show, CNN, WashingtonPost.com, Good Housekeeping, and more.

Alliah writes to spread joy, truth, and to help more children see themselves reflected on the page. She and her family live in the suburbs of New York City, where she enjoys impromptu dance parties, museum hopping, and summer festival season. Big Tune is her debut fiction picture book.