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Henri and the Machine

Name: Henri and the Machine
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781800783751
Price: 18.99 NZD
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By Isabelle Marinov

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Summary

Henri questions the purpose of art during a school trip to a local gallery. Initially puzzled by ordinary exhibits, he becomes captivated by a painting featuring the perfect shade of blue, evoking vivid, joyful feelings. His curiosity leads him to interact with an exhibit labelled "Is this really a chair?", which sparks a surge of creativity. Through these experiences, Henri discovers that the true value of art lies in the emotions it inspires.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book is well suited for younger children, particularly those in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Key Stage 1 (KS1). It is ideal for families and educators seeking to encourage an appreciation of art and creativity among young readers.

Join Henri at the gallery and be AMAZED by the creative potential of art.

Join Henri at the gallery and be AMAZED by the creative potential of art.

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What's the point of art?

This is the question Henri asks himself when his class is taken on a school trip to the local art gallery. Who wants pictures of old soup cans or melting watches? But when he encounters a painting with the most perfect blue, it creates a beautiful feeling. It's blueberries, oceans, summer skies and butterflies all rolled into one. And then he wanders into a room with a chair and a sign that reads "Is this really a chair?" Henri decides to test it out, unleashing an explosion of creativity! Finally, Henri understands what art is all about...

Following Isabelle Marinov's successful Leo and the Octopus, this is a fun and encouraging story of a boy learning to appreciate art and its boundless creativity.

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?

Henri and the Machine has been praised for its engaging and thought-provoking narrative complemented by vibrant illustrations. Reviewers highlight its success in addressing the profound question of art's purpose in a way accessible to young readers. It has been called an enjoyable and entertaining read for KS1 children, ideal for sharing and discussion in early years and primary classrooms. The artwork is celebrated for bringing the gallery spaces to life with joyful depictions, reinforcing the book's message that art's significance is in how it makes one feel.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800783751

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Olga Shtonda

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 5.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 266.0mm

Weight: 176g

Pages: 32

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About the Author

Isabelle Marinov (Author)
When Isabelle Marinov was nine years old, her parents gave her a red typewriter for her birthday. She started crafting stories in German and Luxembourgish, her native language, straight away, but it wasn't until her first son was born that she returned to writing full time. Isabelle writes across several genres, writing picture books, middle grade and screenplays. She speaks four languages fluently, but English is her favourite for prose. She is a member of the SCBWI and a 2017/18 Children's Literature Fellow at Stony Brook University in Southampton, NY.

Olga Shtonda (Illustrator)
Olga Shtonda is an award-winning illustrator from Ukraine. She studied Graphic Arts at Kharkiv Design and Arts Academy (2009-2015), where she fell in love with printmaking techniques and textures which greatly influenced her style. She has illustrated children's books, book covers, board games, music posters and more. Olga enjoys working with textures and vibrant colours, but most of all she appreciates humour in her illustrations. She loves to experiment and apply her knowledge of illustration in a wider range of fields, for example, animation.

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