'Sandy's Circus' by Tanya Lee Stone introduces the young reader to the extraordinary artist Alexander Calder. Although Calder would never call himself an artist, he invented the mobile as a form of moveable art and created giant sculptures that can be seen all over the world. 'Sandy' (Alexander) first became famous for his creation of a moveable and 'magical' circus. People came from miles around to see Calder make his minature circus figures perform. For the young reader who loves to create,'Sandy's Circus' is an inspiration.
Similar authors: Laurence Anholt; Mary Arrigan; Linda Lowery
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Date read: 7/30/2010
ISBN-10: 0670062685
ISBN-13: 9780670062683