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Tell Us a Story, Papa Chagall

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Tell Us a Story, Papa Chagall by Laurence Anholt is a delightful children's book that takes young readers into the whimsical world of the famous artist Marc Chagall. Through the eyes of a young girl, the narrative weaves fairy-tale elements with stories from Chagall's own life, capturing his vibrant imagination and artistic spirit. The book is rich with colourful illustrations that reflect Chagall's unique style, making it an enchanting read for both children and adults.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this enchanting children's story if you love tales inspired by art and imagination, with vibrant illustrations that bring Marc Chagall's world to life. It captures the magic of storytelling and creativity, making it perfect for young readers who are interested in art and beautiful narratives.

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Tell Us a Story, Papa Chagall

The twins Meret and Bella love their grandfather, Papa Chagall, and he loves telling them stories.

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The twins Meret and Bella love their grandfather, Papa Chagall, and he loves telling them stories. One day, when they visit him in his studio, he tells them about his life - through four different stories, all told during a day they spend together.The first story is about Chagall' s childhood, and how his paintings of purple cows and flying people made his mother smile. She took him to see the teacher at the Art College, who was so amazed by the boy' s work he offered him a free place at the college.
The second story tells how Chagall met the twins' grandmother, Bella, how they fell in love and went to live in Paris, and had a baby - the twins' mother, Ida.
Then comes the sad story of how the Nazis hated the Jews and mocked the paintings of Jewish artists. But Ida persuaded her father and mother to emigrate to America, taking Chagall' s paintings with them.
The family were not happy in America, but in the fourth and last story Chagall tells the twins that at last people started to appreciate his art and he became a famous artist - and was able to paint happy paintings again.

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Tell Us a Story, Papa Chagall is praised for its charming illustrations and engaging narrative, making it a suitable introduction to art for children. Laurence Anholt’s storytelling aligns perfectly with Chagall's whimsical style, captivating young audiences with tales of artistry and imagination. The book is celebrated as a valuable addition to the Anholt's Artists series, offering a colourful and enchanting portrayal of Chagall's life and work.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781847806581

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 November 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 290.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Laurence Anholt is part of a husband-and-wife team who have worked together on more than 60 picture books, published all over the world in more than 17 different languages. Their picture books - including the Chimp and Zee series - have won numerous awards and have been featured on television and radio. Laurence has been described by William Watt as one of the most versatile authors writing for children today. He was brought up mainly in Holland where he developed a lasting passion for art. He is a much sought after public speaker, appearing at conferences such as the European Council of International Schools Conference, the Northern Children's Book Festival and the Edinburgh Festival.To visit the Anholts' website click here

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