One of my favorite artists is Frida Kahlo. I even visited her exhibition in Philidelphia last year! Frida had a tragic life, but remained strong and confident nonethless. So, it’s no surprise I’m in love with this children’s book aptly called Frida
The book describes Frida’s life loosley, poetically, and non-didactically, but the most dashing aspect is the beautiful paintings by Ana Juan. I love her take on Frida as a child, and especially love Frida’s skull-stuffed doll (I wish they had that for sale!):
The book is by Jonah Winter, who has written a plethora of other children’s books
My mom always found a way to teach her children about famous artists in a way that would make sense to us and we would understand, and I think this is a great way to be introduced to one of the most famous female artists in the world. Of course, I’m not a child anymore, and have read much on the history of Frida, and still find it a wonderful book!
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7 Responses for "Children’s Book of the Week: Frida"
I think kid-me would be terrified of the Frida illustrations. I get scared easily. The little monsters holding the “Viva Friday, siempre” banner are adorable!
Hrm…I wonder if I could make a little skull doll like that…
Jaka — If you do, I want pictures!
Tricia — I am getting the sense that the kid-you is not fond of my children’s book selections!
ADDITIONALLY, why does my computer always under line “children’s” in red when I write “children’s books”. Is that somehow incorrect????
I MUST READ THIS TODAY!
As I was posting this I thought, Angelica will like this.
If you aren’t doing anything this Saturday at 2pm, William Low is giving a talk at the NYPL Children’s Center at Bryant Park. I’m going, and you should come to!
I got my copy from a booksale rack (around $1.60) and I couldn’t believe what gift I got from the Universe, and I think from Frida herself and her imaginary friends..Today I got back to rereading it and I was amazed and touched by the depth of this book. Gracias Frida, Jonah Winter and Ana Juan :) You are all an inspiration. And thank you too to You for posting this blog. :)
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