text that describes each artwork for the adult reader. For example, a graceful wire sculpture by Alexander Calder shows two acrobat artists. The stomach of one of the acrobats, which features a fabulous belly-button, is then extracted and reproduced on the opposite page with the word "Stomach." Children adore matching the body parts together - as well as the diverse and beautiful artworks. The word "Stomach" is also translated into Spanish, French, German and Japanese. A few sentences are given for the adult reader that describe Calder's work. Twelve body parts are featured, as listed below. They represent pieces by the masters of contemporary art to emerging leaders; women and men; people of many backgrounds. Mouth - one of the classic "girl" painting by Roy Lichtenstein Eye - an amusing, but always telling, work by Barbara Kruger Nose - a fun photograph of his dogs by William Wegman Ear - a striking self-portrait by Frida Kahlo Hair - a intriguing photograph by Cindy Sherman Arm - a beautiful, gentle work by Carrie Mae Weems Hand - an amusing sculpture of three boys by Red Grooms Leg - a fabulous sculpture using televisions by Nam June Paik Foot - an amazing sculpture of a girl by Duane Hanson Stomach - an outstanding wire work by Alexander Calder Back - a rich beach-scene photograph by Max Yavno Buttocks - a bright, California pool painting by David Hockney The artworks are beautifully reproduced in full-color. The book is designed for little and big hands with 5" x 6" dimensions.

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