Question of the Arts: What Made the Mona Lisa Smile (and other questions about fine arts)

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ancient Egyptian art
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Frida Kahlo
George Seurat
Hokusai
Leonardo da Vinci
Louise Bourgeois
medieval art
Michelangelo
Modern art
Mona Lisa
Monet
Paul Klee
realism
Renaissance art
Rodin
Romantic art
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Product details

  • ISBN 9781526329806
  • Dimensions: 213 x 271mm
  • Publication Date: 09 Apr 2026
  • Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Hardback
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Uncover the mysteries of fine art in this fun question-based book for kids

What made the Mona Lisa smile? Why do artists love painting haystacks? And just how can you make art with elephant poo? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!

With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of the arts. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of arts topics and busting some popular myths along the way!

The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making the arts fun and accessible for every young reader.

Titles in the series:
A Question of the Arts: Architecture / Craft / Dance / Film / Fine Art / Literature / Music / Theatre

Mary Auld is a writer of children's information books, working over a broad range of subjects. She has been actively involved in music from an early age, both singing and playing the flute, on an amateur basis. She loves making music in a group, be that in an orchestra or a choir. Whether making music or writing children's books, her aim is to share her enthusiasm and inspire readers. Mary Auld is a pen name for Rachel Cooke, who is an honorary fellow of the English Association, in recognition of her editorial work in children's non-fiction.