The Best Art History Books for Kids

Summary: Robert Langdon, a Harvard symbologist, finds himself in a deadly race against time when a Louvre curator is murdered. With cryptologist Sophie Neveu, he must unravel a series of cryptic clues left specifically for them. As they delve deeper, they uncover a conspiracy that could alter history. Can they solve the mystery before it's too late, or will they become its next victims? This thrilling chase from Paris to London promises to keep you on the edge of your seat, questioning everything you thought you knew about history and truth.

Summary: In turn-of-the-century Paris, the Mona Lisa disappears from the Louvre, igniting a whirlwind of intrigue. Was it stolen by a gang, a millionaire, or even Picasso? Journey through the city's shadowy alleys and into Leonardo da Vinci's enigmatic past to uncover the truth behind the world's most famous painting—a masterpiece that perhaps should never have existed. This thrilling tale blends crime, art, and history, inviting young readers to solve a century-old mystery.

Summary: Dive into a world where math meets art. Discover how visual clues and creative thinking can unlock the secrets of problem-solving. Will you master the art of numbers?

Summary: In 1990, two men disguised as police officers infiltrate the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, executing the largest art heist in U.S. history. Thirteen masterpieces vanish, including rare Rembrandts. Despite exhaustive investigations, the case remains unsolved. What secrets lie behind this audacious theft, and will the truth ever surface?

Summary: Frederic Remington painted and sculpted cowboys, soldiers, horses and the American West in the late 1800s. This guide to art appreciation pairs his works with background on the artist and the history behind them. For each piece it asks readers questions, from how he made action look real in bronze to how he led a viewer's eye, then answers them, building skills for looking at any art.