By Isabelle Marinov (author) , Olga Shtonda (illustrator)
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What's the point of art? This is the question Henri asks himself when his class is taken on a school trip to the local art gallery. Who wants pictures of old soup cans or melting watches? But when he encounters a painting with the most perfect blue, it creates a beautiful feeling. It's blueberries, oceans, summer skies and butterflies all rolled into one.
And then he wanders into a room with a chair and a sign that reads "Is this really a chair?" Henri decides to test it out, unleashing an explosion of creativity! Finally Henri understands what art is all about...
Following Isabelle Marinov's successful Leo and the Octopus , this is a fun and encouraging story of a boy learning to appreciate art and its boundless creativity.
'With an unexpected twist at the end, and some wonderful illustrations... this is an enjoyable and entertaining read for KS1' - Peters Books
'A wonderfully illustrated book to read, share and discuss with EYFS and KS1 classes, Henri and the Machine perfectly answers the question: 'What is the point of art?'.' - School Reading List
'This simple picture book tackles one of the most complicated questions - what's the point of art?. . . This is a delightful story with lovely illustrations' - Books for Topics
'Illustrator Olga Shtonda's gallery spaces brim with joyful depictions. . . A simple yet profound dive into why art is for everyone, Henri and the Machine has a lovely overarching message: "The only thing that matters is how art makes you feel".' - Imogen Carter, The Observer
'This book has proved to be an absolute gem. It deserves to be in every school library.' - Margaret Pemberton, Armadillo Magazine
'With dreamy illustrations readers will want to get lost in, this is an unusual introduction to visiting galleries that will leave readers pondering Marcel Duchamp's famous question: 'Is this art?'' - Children's Books Ireland
Isabelle Marinov first started writing when her parents bought her a typewriter for her ninth birthday. She went on to work in law for fifteen years before returning to her lifelong passion for writing full time. She has now written a range of picture book and screenplays, but Boy Underground is her first middle grade novel.
Isabelle is a graduate of Cornell Law School and lives in Luxembourg. When she is not writing, she can be found on the tennis court or in the dojo. She speaks four languages fluently.
Find her on Instagram @isabelle.marinov
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What's the point of art? This is the question Henri asks himself when his class is taken on a school trip to the local art gallery.
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed Henri and the Machine and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-6 years old
Henri and the Machine features in the following genres: Art and Design, Educational: Arts, general, Educational material, Children’s, Teenage and Educational, School Stories, Children's and Young Adult Fiction, Featured Books for 5+ readers, Recommendations
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Henri and the Machine was written by Isabelle Marinov and published by Templar Publishing
Henri and the Machine has 32 pages
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