Bad Artist - by Simone Küng (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Celebrate creativity, confidence, and the joy of making art with this inspiring picture book for young artists. Little Lou believes she is a "bad artist" because her drawings do not look as realistic as her big sister's--but along the way, she discovers an important lesson: art is not about being perfect; it is about imagination, self-expression, and seeing the world in your own unique way.

Written by an art teacher with more than 15 years of experience, this encouraging story helps children appreciate their individual creative style and enjoy the process of making something their own. Through Little Lou's relatable journey, young readers can explore creative confidence, individuality, comparison, and artistic self-expression in a warm and accessible way.

What Kids Learn

• That art does not have to look perfect or realistic to be meaningful.
• Why every artist can have a different style, idea, and perspective.
• How to enjoy creating, experimenting, and expressing themselves through art.
• That comparing their work with someone else's does not define their creativity.

Key Features

• Follows relatable young artist Little Lou on a journey toward creative confidence.
• Written by an experienced art teacher with 15+ years of teaching experience.
• Introduces themes of individuality, creativity, confidence, and artistic expression.
• Encourages children to focus on the joy of making art rather than getting everything "right."

Learning Benefits

• Encourages creative thinking and self-expression.
• Helps children appreciate different artistic styles and perspectives.
• Supports conversations about confidence, comparison, and embracing individuality.
• Inspires young readers to experiment, create, and develop their own artistic voice.

Perfect For

• Children who love drawing, painting, crafts, and creative activities.
• Parents and teachers looking for art books, confidence-building stories, and creativity books for kids.
• Classrooms, art lessons, storytime, home libraries, and creative learning spaces.
• Thoughtful gifts for budding artists and imaginative young readers.

About the Author

Simone Küng has loved art since childhood, and her passion led her to become an elementary school art teacher. She has been helping young students embrace their creativity in the classroom for more than fifteen years. She wrote Bad Artist after noticing her students' struggles and to redefine what it means to be a "good" artist.