An ABC of What Art Can Be

This short, superwide ABC book is a tribute to artists and their media, with a plainspoken rhyme for each letter: “C's for computer./ If there's one in your house,/ it can help you make art—/ with the click of a mouse!” Watson's collages integrate the letters into the scenes, while echoing the free-spirited sentiments. An orange, scrap paper “J” stands for “Junk/ which we think of as trash./ It's used to make art/ without costing much cash.” A closing section includes suggestions for making art projects like a popsicle stick picture frame and creating paintbrushes from leaves or grass. A fun, gifty book for aspiring artists. Ages 4–up. (Apr.)