Andrea D’Aquino

A Life Made by Hand: The Story of Ruth Asawa is one of the best kids’ books out there! A creative, inspiring read about a remarkable artist and devoted activist, and it’s an absolute must-read for your little ones.

Ruth Asawa was not just an influential sculptor whose work is now collected in major museums worldwide. Still, she also had an appreciation for beauty in unexpected places – from the webs of spiders to the wings of insects to drops of water in her childhood farm garden.

Thanks to author Andrea D’Aquino’s engaging text and lush collages, A Life Made by Hand captures all the intricacies that made Ruth Asawa so unique. Young readers everywhere will be inspired to look closer at their world and make art with whatever comes their way!