"Your books make me wish I was a teacher again so that I could share them with my students. Art appreciation is a precious gift for children, both because it's so valuable and such a challenge for lay-people like me to impart - but your books make sharing the joys of art easy, inviting, and fun. Thank you." Vanessa Wright, Book Reviewer, Horses in Art Magazine
When researchers want to know what the American West looked like around the turn of the 20th Century, they go to the art of Charles Russell and Frederic Remington. These two books explore the artist's works through looking questions geared toward differentiated learning for grades K-7.
Here's a look inside the book.
Self-Portrait on a Horse - Although Remington lived in New York, he wanted to be a cowboy. What makes him look like one?
The Bronco Buster - his most famous sculpture. What makes this horse look real?
Here's a look inside the book.
Charlie Himself - A wax sculpture Charlie made for a friend. How did he dress differently from cowboys of today? What does he wear for a belt?
Friend Sid - a letter from Cowboy Charlie. Is Cowboy Charlie in this picture? How do you know?
Want to learn more about how to look at the art of Charles Russell or Frederic Remington, contact Linda for a program in your school or organization. Look in Author Visits in the sidebar.
Ask for the HOW THE WEST WAS DRAWN series in your favorite bookstore or purchase it at Pelican Publishing, Amazon.com, Barnes & Noble, and other online markets. For an autographed copy, contact Linda at
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