The First Drawing

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Imagine living 30,000 years ago, sharing a cave with your family and seeing woolly mammoths roam by. A curious child notices animal shapes in clouds and rocks, but others can't see them. Determined to share his visions, he picks up a charred stick and draws on the cave wall, creating the world's first drawing. This story explores the origins of art and the power of imagination.

About the author

Mordicai Gerstein was a talented author and illustrator who loved creating stories and pictures for children. He is best known for his book 'The Man Who Walked Between the Towers', which tells the amazing true story of a daring high-wire walk. Mordicai’s books are full of imagination and adventure, inspiring young readers everywhere.