The Cat and the Bird: A Children's Book Inspired by Paul Klee (Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks)

A treasured painting by Paul Klee is the basis for this whimsical tale about a cat and a bird and about the themes of freedom and friendship. A cat lives in a house filled with toys but everyday she dreams of being free like the bird she watches through the windo. Finally with the bird's help she is able to escape and dance on the roofs of the city by moonlight. This lovely story unfolds in a series of playful brilliantly colored illustrations based on the artist Paul Klee's work. Influenced by the artist's bright palette and use of shapes and line the book culminates in a dazzling reproduction of Klee's Cat and Bird. Accompanied by information about the artist and this iconic painting the book invites appreciation of the unfettered joyfulness that makes Klee one of the most universally loved artists of all time.

Age Range: 4 - 8 years

Grade Level: Preschool - 3

Series: Children's Books Inspired by Famous Artworks

Hardcover: 32 pages

Publisher: Prestel Publishing; Reprint edition (March 20 2012)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 3791370995

ISBN-13: 978-3791370996

Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 0.4 x 12.9 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds