Informational- Biggest Little Artist

Small art requires more talent and creativity than big art.

Willard found something that he loved and worked hard to succeed at it.

Art is an important way for kids to express themselves.

Willard was supported by his teachers and family to pursue art.

“Willard was especially curious about those ants. He felt like them — small and insignificant.” (Paragraph 2)

“If he had trouble with his reading or math, Willard later went home and created tiny furniture for the ant houses.” (Paragraph 5)

“Eventually, he quit his factory job to pursue his dream of becoming one of the best artists in the world.” (Paragraph 9)

“He calms his body and, holding his breath, he carves between heartbeats when blood is not pulsing through his fingertips.” (Paragraph 13)

The author discusses Willard’s struggles early on in life, and then how he became a successful artist.

The author explains what Willard’s art looks like, and then discusses its significance to Willard.

The author provides a step-by-step guide for how Willard creates each one of his tiny sculptures.

The author describes how Willard was treated before he was a famous artist and compares it to how he is treated now.

He wanted to help them.

He wanted to make them stronger.

He wanted to be friends with them.

He wanted to get rid of them.