Frida kahlo and her animalitos - monica brown

A celebration of one of the worlds most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life--now available in paperback! Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor, 2018 ALA Notable Childrens Book, 2018 Bank Street Best Childrens Book of the Year, 2018 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Childrens Book, 2017 Barnes & Noble Best Book, 2017 Smithsonian Top Ten Best Childrens Book, 2017 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.

Monica Browns story recounts pivotal moments in Fridas 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 Parras bold-colored art, reminiscent of Fridas palette, make this biography a warm and wonder-filled offering for Frida Kahlo fans old and new.