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Monet's Cat tells the story of a magical pottery cat, Chika, who comes alive to explore Monet's paintings from within. Join her as she visits four famous works of art - causing chaos at a picturesque picnic lunch, getting lost in the smog at a train station, running riot at the beach and making a splash at the water lily pond. But can her famous owner keep up with her exploits?
Featuring beautiful illustrations inspired by Monet's paintings, as well as gallery pages showcasing reproductions of his work, this charming story encourages even the youngest children to engage with, explore and enjoy Monet's art.
About the author
Lily is based in the UK and grew up in the wilds of snowy nowhere, spending much of her time talking to animals and making up stories. She has continued to do this in her adult life, and now writes both fiction and non-fiction books for children. Her titles include big books about dinosaurs (Dinosaurium), rhyming books about dinosaurs (The Dinosaur Department Store) and stories about escapee hot dogs (Hello, Hot Dog!).
Follow Lily on Instagram and Twitter @lilymurraybooks.
Becky Cameron is an author and illustrator from sunny Sheffield in the UK. She graduated from Sheffield Hallam University with a first class degree in Graphic Design and Illustration before completing an MA in Children’s Book Illustration with Distinction at the prestigious Cambridge School of Art. Becky illustrated Paddington™ & The Christmas Visitor storybook (M&S Christmas advert tie-in, 2017) and her debut author-illustrated picture book Wishing for a Dragon was published by Hodder Children's in 2018. Her newest title, Enid Blyton's Stones for Every Season, was published by Hachette Children's in 2019. Follow Becky on Instagram @doodleyboo (95K followers).
Summary
Monet’s Cat tells the story of a magical pottery cat, Chika, who comes alive to explore Monet’s paintings from within.
Foreword
A beautifully illustrated picture book inspired by Monet's paintings, as well as gallery pages showcasing reproductions of his work, to encourage even the youngest children to engage with, explore and enjoy Monet's art.
Report
Such a winning blend of mischief, humour and cuteness with a cleverly woven non-fiction thread throughout. Little Literary Society
