11 Books about Piet Mondrian and Abstract Art

Piet Mondrian’s bold grids and primary colors make abstract art exciting for kids! This book list introduces young readers to his style through interactive activities, creative storytelling, and hands-on projects. Whether your child loves making art or discovering famous artists, these books offer fun ways to explore Mondrian’s world. Perfect for toddlers to teens, they’ll inspire creativity and a love for abstract art.

Meet the Artist: Piet Mondrian Marie Doerfler

This engaging activity book introduces children to Piet Mondrian's bold and geometric style. Through exercises in finger painting, collage, and symmetry, readers explore Mondrian's grid and its significance. Activities include designing abstract magazines and creating DIY kaleidoscopes, making art exploration interactive and fun. This book is best for elementary school children.

What's the Big Idea?: Activities and Adventures in Abstract Art Joyce Raimondo

This book introduces children 5 and up to abstract art through the works of six famous artists, including Mondrian. It encourages kids to interpret what they see in famous artworks and try the techniques themselves, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of abstract art.

Exploring Art with Piet Mondrian Sienny Septibella

A fun and colorful read-aloud book on Dutch artist Piet Mondrian, exploring Art with Piet Mondrian unearths the Dutch painter's vision to create a common language through art based on color theory, geometric shapes and flatness of forms.

Piet: Piet Mondrian - A Bilingual Book in English Marisa Boan

This bilingual book introduces children to the life of Dutch artist Piet Mondrian while teaching new words in both English and Spanish. It's a great resource for language learning and art appreciation combined.

Art & Max David Wiesner

Preschoolers and young elementary kids will love this imaginative story that explores the world of art through the characters Art and Max. It delves into different art styles and techniques, encouraging children to experiment and embrace creativity, much like abstract artists do.

Seen Art Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith

This book follows a boy's journey through the Museum of Modern Art in search of his friend Art. Along the way, he encounters various artworks, introducing readers to modern and abstract art in a humorous and engaging manner. This book is a good read for preschoolers and kindergarteners.

Meet Piet Mondrian Read With You Center for Excellence in STEAM Education

Part of the "Meet the Artist" series, this book provides a brief introduction to Mondrian's life and work, followed by drawing-based activities that delve into prominent themes and ideas in his art. It's an excellent resource for children to create their own art inspired by Mondrian's abstract style. Older preschoolers and young elementary school children will enjoy this read.

Frederick Leo Lionni

A classic tale about a mouse named Frederick who collects colors and words for the long winter days, emphasizing the importance of art and imagination. While not directly about abstract art, it fosters an appreciation for creativity and artistic expression and is perfect for preschoolers.

The Scraps Book: Notes from a Colorful Life Lois Ehlert

In this beautiful book, Lois Ehlert shares her artistic journey, emphasizing creativity and the use of various materials to create art. This book encourages children to explore their own artistic expressions.

Piet Mondrian: A Life Hans Janssen

This comprehensive biography delves into the life and work of Piet Mondrian, offering readers an in-depth understanding of his artistic evolution and influence on abstract art. This read is recommended for teens and adults interested in art history.

123s of Art Sabrina Hahn

With a fun rhyming scheme and large, colorful text, this book will inspire your budding art lovers as they learn to count to 20 by locating objects in paintings. Children will discover art featuring some of the world’s most iconic paintings, including one of Piet Mondrian’s piece. Toddlers and preschoolers will enjoy reading this book with an adult.

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