One & Other Numbers: with Alexander Calder

Practice counting using some of the most famous sculptures in the world. This is part of the Phaidon First Concepts with Fine Artists. 

Teachers and parents can dive into this book and make art fun, relatable and colourful.

One & Other Numbers features sculptures by master sculptor Alexander Calder. Calder’s playful and often vibrant abstract shapes are highly appealing to young readers and the accompanying text cleverly teaches quantity, a vital early-learning concept. Children will not only grow more familiar with numbers and quantity, but also with the artist and his work.

Alexander Calder is one of the world’s most celebrated sculptors. Best known as the inventor of the mobile, Calder redefined sculpture through introducing the element of movement to his works. In addition to his mobiles, Calder also created static sculptures, called ‘stabiles’, as well as paintings, costumes, and much more besides.

Age range: 1-3 years