Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos

<B>A celebration of one of the world’s most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life—now available in paperback! </B><BR><BR><b>Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor, 2018</b><BR> <b>ALA Notable Children's Book, 2018</b><BR> <b>Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year, 2018</b><BR> <b>New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book, 2017</b><BR> <b>Barnes & Noble Best Book, 2017</b><BR> <b>Smithsonian Top Ten Best Children's Book, 2017</b><BR> <BR> The fascinating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, her dramatic works featuring bold and vibrant colors. Her work brought attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and she is also renowned for her works celebrating the female form.<BR> <BR> Monica Brown’s story recounts pivotal moments in Frida’s life and the beloved pets who comforted her along the way—two monkeys, a parrot, three dogs, two turkeys, an eagle, a black cat, and a fawn—and playfully considers how Frida embodied many wonderful characteristics of each animal. John Parra’s bold-colored art, reminiscent of Frida’s palette, make this biography a warm and wonder-filled offering for Frida Kahlo fans old and new.