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Katie and the British Artists
Series: Katie
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See moreMake art an adventure with classic picture book character, Katie, in this wonderful introduction to some of Britain's most famous artists! Featuring paintings by Turner, Constable, Gainsborough and Stubbs.
The world of five famous paintings by best-loved British artists comes to life when Katie jumps through the frame and into the picture!
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Join Katie as she steps into some of the most famous paintings in the world for an exciting art adventure!
Katie can't decide what she wants to be when she grows up. Perhaps a trip to the gallery will be an inspiration, as the characters in five famous paintings come to life! Will she be an explorer, a train driver, a horse rider or an artist?
'A wonderful way to engage children with art. A brilliant combination of education and storytelling' - Parents in Touch (Katie's Picture Show)
This art adventure features five famous British paintings: The Cornfield by Constable, Rain, Steam and Speed and The Fighting Temeraire by Turner, Whistlejacket by Stubbs, and The Painter's Daughters Chasing a Butterfly by Gainsborough.
Classic picture book character, Katie, has been delighting children for over 25 years. Why not collect all 13 titles in the series?
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Katie and the British Artists
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
Katie and the British Artists by James Mayhew is praised as an imaginative and appealing introduction to art history that captivates young readers. It's noted for engaging storytelling with the character Katie, who is adventurous and playful, making it ideal for reading aloud. The book's illustrations are described as mini-masterpieces, effectively bringing the story to life, and the narrative smoothly integrates with classic artworks, showcasing the author's empathy for the art.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781408331903
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 02 July 2015
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orchard Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 271.0mm
Weight: 185g
Pages: 32
About the Author
James Mayhew studied at Maidstone College of Art and his first children's book, Katie's Picture Show, was published in 1989. It's been firmly in print ever since, recognised universally as the original and best introduction to art for children. Many more titles have followed, and the series sells in museums and galleries all over the world, from the Met in New York, to the Uffizi in Florence, the Louvre in Paris and beyond. James is also the creator of the much-loved Ella Bella Ballerina series, and many other titles. Alongside his work in publishing, James has devised and performed in a hugely successful series of concerts for children, combining live classical music, storytelling and live art. From Peter and the Wolf, to Scheherazade, James has worked internationally with many different orchestras and musicians, creating illustrations in time to music.
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