What Is Contemporary Art? opens up the exciting, dynamic, and sometimes bewildering world of contemporary art for a young audience. It invites readers to explore, enjoy, and question a variety of artworks drawn from The Museum of Modern Art's collection. Organized thematically by subjects of interest to children, the book features nearly 70 works made over the past 50 years by a range of international artists.

This invaluable guide encourages children to explore their own imaginative responses to art across all media, including painting, sculpture, film, photography, performance, and installation. Packed with special features such as pull-out information, quotes from artists, and prompts, it is a captivating read for children ages eight and up and their parents.

• Nearly 70 artworks from The Museum of Modern Art
• Thematically organized by subjects of interest to children
• Features quotes from artists and creative prompts
• Encourages imaginative responses to various art forms
• Ideal for children ages eight and up