Thursday, February 5, 2015

Viva Frida by Yuyi Morales - OPTIONAL

Morales, Yuyi Viva Frida, 40 pgs. Roaring Brook Press, 2014. $17.99. Content: G. PICTURE BOOK  

This elegant and beautiful tribute to artist Frida Kahlo is presented with short words or phrases in both english and Spanish accompanied by a full 2 page spread illustration.   

Someone who knows about Frida will see a lot in the illustrations that are symbolic and memorable. Others will enjoy the posed doll and the beautiful words.  More celebration than information.  There is a page of biography included, to give some background knowledge. 

EL (K-3) - OPTIONAL GIFT  Lisa Librarian

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