Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, Volume 1

Pura Belpr Illustrator Honor 2018

ALA Notable Children's Book 2018

New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2017

Barnes & Noble Best Book of 2017

Smithsonian Top Ten Best Children's Book of 2017

2018 Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year

Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos, written by Monica Brown and illustrated by John Parra, is based on the life of one of the world's most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and life.

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.

Brown's story recounts Frida's beloved pets--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.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Northsouth Books
Published: 09/05/2017
ISBN: 9780735842694
Pages: 40
Weight: 0.75lbs
Size: 10.20h x 8.70w x 0.40d
Award: Pura Belpre Award - Honor Book

Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2017
School Library Journal 08/01/2017
Publishers Weekly 08/07/2017
Booklist 10/15/2017 pg. 45
Horn Book Magazine 03/01/2018 pg. 106
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2018 pg. 221 - Superior,Well Above Average

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 190931 / Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos
Reading Level: 4.3 / Interest Level: Lower Grade / Point Value: 0.5