LoveReading4Kids Says
LoveReading4Kids Says
When Katie visits an art gallery for the first time with Grandma, she discovers that art is wonderfully exciting, especially when five famous paintings come alive for her . . . Expect a little bit of mischief, a lot of cream cakes and even a friendly tiger!
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Katie's Picture Show Synopsis
This first introduction to art, features five great masterpieces: The Hay Wain by John Constable, Madame Moitessier Seated by Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres, Les Parapluies by Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Tropical Storm With a Tiger by Henri Rousseau and Dynamic Suprematism by Kasimir Malevich.
Classic picture book character, Katie, has been delighting children for over 25 years.
Why not collect all 13 titles in the series?
Katie and the Impressionists
Katie and the Mona Lisa
Katie and the Sunflowers
Katie and the British Artists
Katie and the Waterlily Pond
Katie and the Starry Night
Katie and the Spanish Princess
Katie and the Bathers
Katie in London
Katie's London Christmas
Katie in Scotland
Katie and the Dinosaurs
About This Edition
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9781408332405 |
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24th June 2014 |
| Author: |
James Mayhew |
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James Mayhew |
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Orchard Books an imprint of Hachette Children's Group |
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Paperback |
| Pagination: |
32 pages |
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Katie |
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Press Reviews
James Mayhew Press Reviews
A wonderful way to engage children with art. A brilliant combination of education and storytelling - Parents in Touch
This book will enchant Katie fans, new and old - The Guardian
James Mayhew's Katie's Picture Show series has been introducing children to great works of art for 25 years. - The School Librarian
The Katie stories are a great way of introducing children to artists... a modern classic. - Manchester Evening News
Can there be a better way of bringing the world of art and the classic masterpieces alive for children than the charming Katie series? A simply brilliant way of encouraging children to use their imaginations and to gain the confidence to explore art themselves. - Bookbag
My daughter was entranced. She demanded endless readings. - Katie Derham, The Times
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About James Mayhew
James Mayhew is an internationally acclaimed author, artist and storyteller. Once Upon A Tune was inspired by his work with orchestras and musicians, presenting concerts that incorporate stories, music and art created live on stage. He is the illustrator of the Mrs Noah series written by Jackie Morris (twice nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal), and the author of Can You See a Little Bear?, illustrated by Jackie Morris. He lives in Suffolk, England, where the big skies and gentle light are perfect for artists.
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