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Matisse's Magical Trail

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The inspiring tale of an artistic snail.

Author Tim Hopgood and Illustrator Sam Boughton

Suitable for: 2+ For fans of I Am an Artist by Marta Altes and The Pencil by Allan Ahlberg and Bruce Ingman.

Price: £7.99

ISBN: 978-0-19-276726-4
Publication date: 04/04/2019
Paperback: 32 pages
Dimensions: 245x245mm

Availability: In stock.

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Description

A young snail's artistic trail inspires a whole class of children to be creative too!

An exciting new collaboration between Tim Hopgood and new illustrator Sam Boughton.
In the vein of Eric Carle, this story that shows that the small things matter and can inspire change.
The story encourages shy children to be expressive and creative.
The book can inspire art projects in schools.
Our little snail provides a gentle nod to the real artist Matisse.
Sam Boughton's distinctive artwork is full of vivid energy and spontaneity.
The visible brushmarks and splodges of paint are designed to encourage children to pick up a brush and have a go at painting themselves.