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The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau (Incredible Lives for Young Readers (ILYR)) Hardcover – Picture Book, June 11, 2012

by Michelle Markel (Author), Amanda Hall (Illustrator)
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Henri Rousseau wanted to be an artist. But he had no formal training. Instead, he taught himself to paint. He painted until the jungles and animals and distant lands in his head came alive on the space of his canvases.

Henri Rousseau endured the harsh critics of his day and created the brilliant paintings that now hang in museums around the world. Michelle Markel's vivid text, complemented by the vibrant illustrations of Amanda Hall, artfully introduces young readers to the beloved painter and encourages all readers to persevere despite all odds.

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  1. Reading age
    5 - 9 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Kindergarten - 4
  5. Lexile measure
    AD800L
  6. Dimensions
    10 x 0.31 x 8.5 inches
  7. Publisher
    Eerdmans Books for Young Readers
  8. Publication date
    June 11, 2012
  9. ISBN-10
    0802853641
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0802853646
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*Starred Review* The career of artist Henri Rousseau gets a wonderfully child-friendly treatment in a book that captures both his personality and the essence of his pictures. Forty-year-old toll collector Henri Rousseau wants to be an artist, despite the fact that not a single person has ever told him he is talented. Yet obstacles don’t stand in his way. Nature is his muse and observation is his teacher. An excited Rousseau waits to hear what the critics say after his first exhibit. It’s nothing good. Still, he continues turning out lush paintings filled with flora and fauna, and the critics continue panning him. But other, younger, artists are taking notice; by the end of his life, Rousseau is starting to be recognized as a master. Even though the main character is a middle-aged man, children will be drawn to the story of someone whom no one believes in becoming a star anyway. Markel’s text has a sweetness and simplicity that allows children to understand the story’s underpinnings, giving them someone to root for. Initially, though, they’ll be drawn by Hall’s rich pictures, sometimes offered with a sly wink, which are a credible homage to Rousseau’s naive style. Kids will get a sense of the colors and vibrancy of the originals as well as their strength. While it would have been nice to see reproductions of Rousseau’s originals in the book, this exciting introduction should lead children to seek them out. Grades K-3. --Ilene Cooper

About the Author

Michelle Markel is the author of many children's books,including Tyrannosaurus Math(Tricycle/Random House) and Dreamer from theVillage: The Story of Marc Chagall (Henry Holt).Michelle lives in California. Visit her website atwww.michellemarkel.com.,

Amanda Hall has illustrated over fifty award-winning books for young readers, including Out of this World (Balzer & Bray), Little Bear (Wisdom Tales), and The Fantastic Jungles of Henri Rousseau (Eerdmans). The art of How the Sea Came to Be was shaped by her reading, conversations with scientists, and explorations at London's Natural History Museum and Cambridge's Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences. Amanda works in her garden studio in Cambridge, England. Visit her website at amandahall- illustration.com.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Eerdmans Books for Young Readers; 12/23/12 edition (June 11, 2012)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0802853641
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0802853646
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ AD800L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Kindergarten - 4
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12.8 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10 x 0.31 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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    About Amanda Hall

    Amanda Hall - www.amandahall-illustration.com - is an award-winning contemporary illustrator and author. She is particularly renowned for her wonderfully decorative and colorful children’s books both in America and Great Britain, with co-editions in 24 other countries.

    Amanda’s book illustrations are also available as: Wall Mural Wallpapers and Original Artwork. Some of her children’s books and images are available for relicensing – visit her website - www.amandahall-illustration.com - to find out more.

    Amanda’s books include:

    THE STOLEN SUN

    Written by Amanda Hall

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-7112-1808-0

    ISBN: 0-7112-1844-7

    PRINCE OF THE BIRDS

    Written by Amanda Hall

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-84507-102-6

    ISBN: 978-1-84507-281-0

    THE GOSSIPY WIFE

    Written by Amanda Hall

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-216-91092-7

    ISBN: 0-590-70350-1

    THE FOOLISH HUSBANDS

    Written by Amanda Hall

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-216-92106-6

    Amanda has also illustrated many books by other uniquely talented children’s authors including:

    OUT OF THIS WORLD: THE SURREAL ART OF LEONORA CARRINGTON

    Written by Michelle Markel

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-0-06-244109-6

    THE FANTASTIC JUNGLES OF HENRI ROUSSEAU

    Written by Michelle Markel

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-0-8028-5364-6

    ISBN: 978-0-8028-5523-7

    BABUSHKA

    Written by Dawn Casey

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-0-7459-6522-2

    ISBN: 978-0-7459-7691-4

    THE LION CLASSIC AESOP’S FABLES

    Written by Margaret McAllister

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-0-7459-6200-9

    TALES FROM INDIA

    Written by Jamila Gavin

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-1-84877-202-1

    ISBN-13: 978-1787410886

    BROTHER GIOVANNI’S LITTLE REWARD: HOW THE PRETZEL WAS BORN

    Written by Anna Egan Smucker

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-0-8028-5420-9

    ROBI DOBI: THE MARVELLOUS ADVENTURES OF AN INDIAN ELEPHANT

    Written by Madhur Jaffrey

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-85145-409-8

    ISBN: 1-86205-160-7

    THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF JEWISH TALES

    Written by Shoshana Boyd Gelfand

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-1-84686-884-9

    ISBN: 978-1-78285-354-1

    IN ANDAL’S HOUSE

    Written by Gloria Whelan

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 978-1-58536-603-3

    LION’S PRECIOUS GIFT

    Written by Barbara Bennett

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-85430-813-0

    ISBN: 978-1-84869-354-8

    THE HARD TO SWALLOW TALE OF JONAH AND THE WHALE

    Written by Joyce Denham

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-7459-4503-1

    ISBN: 0-7459-4523-6

    ISBN: 978-0-7459-6584-0

    THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF ANIMAL TALES

    Written by Naomi Adler

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-8037-2063-7

    ISBN: 1-84148-941-7

    ISBN: 1-84148-547-0

    ISBN: 1-78285-396-1

    THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF STORIES FROM THE SEA

    Written by James Riordan

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-898000-09-3

    ISBN: 1-905236-00-X

    GIANT TALES

    Written by Fiona Waters

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN:1-84365-017-7

    THE STORYTELLING STAR: TALES OF THE SUN, MOON AND STARS

    Written by James Riordan

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-86205-202-6

    ISBN: 1-86205-389-8

    HOW THE CAMEL GOT HIS HUMP

    Written by Rudyard Kipling

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-85793-242-0

    HOW THE LEOPARD GOT THIS SPOTS

    Written by Rudyard Kipling

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 1-85793-247-1

    CHILDREN JUST LIKE ME: OUR FAVOURITE STORIES

    Written by Jamila Gavin

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-7513-5591-7

    GOOD AS GOLD

    Written by Barbara Baumgartner

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-7513-7165-3

    ALL MY SHINING SILVER

    Written by Barbara Baumgartner

    Illustrated by Amanda Hall

    ISBN: 0-7513-2838-3

    Amanda lives in Cambridge, England with her musician partner. You can see more of Amanda’s work and her books on her website at www.amandahall-illustration.com

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    Michelle Markel

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    Michelle is the acclaimed author of nonfiction books for young readers, including THE FANTASTIC JUNGLES OF HENRI ROUSSEAU, BRAVE GIRL: Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers' Strike of 1909, and BALDERDASH!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books. Most recently she modernized Eleanor Roosevelt's WHEN YOU GROW UP TO VOTE, and written HANUKKAH HAMSTER, a picture book. She lives with her family in Woodland Hills, California.

    You can find out more about Michelle by visiting her website at www.michellemarkel.com.

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Frannie's Dad
5.0 out of 5 stars Great starter to Rousseau!
Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2021
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I homeschool my ten year-old, and we love to do lessons on various artists. This book is wonderful! We loved browsing through the pictures as well as learning about his life. Love this book.
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Jennifer Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Beatiful illustrations!
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2018
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Great book giving a basic overview about Henri Rousseau. The best part are the vibrant, gorgeous illustraions! I read this to introduce my 6th grade art students to Rousseau, and they really liked it. Held their attention and motivated them to create beautiful Rousseau style projects!
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DesertKat
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book.
Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2014
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As always, Michelle Markel gets it just right for the kids (and their loved ones who read along). My favorite so far is Brave Girl, but the Rousseau book is beautiful. I'm collecting these for my youngest granddaughter. If my older granddaughters show any interest (they are preteen/teens, into big, thick print-heavy books now) I'll be getting these lovely books for them as well. I love Michelle Markel's books so much I will end up getting them for myself, I think. :)
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Laura W.
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully written
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2019
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This book was purchased for me to use as a “Picture Person” for my sons class. It was such a great purchase to explain his story. My daughter loves the book at home too.
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Marian Roy
4.0 out of 5 stars Would have liked more paintings in the book, was disappointed with illustrations, great story
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2013
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I was hoping the book would have more paintings in the book similar to opening cover. The story is great for kids to learn about pursuing your dream and not giving up. A little wordy for children under five.
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Jeff Lynne is Genius
5.0 out of 5 stars Sharp.
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2012
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I picked this book up for my local library who had a "Giving Tree" request list and our family reads. A lot. My ten year old really liked the story- okay we read it before we gave it while in the parking lot- and I was really impressed with the illustrations. The coloring of the artwork is fantastic- sharp and bright pictures and a cool story about persistence and pursuing your dreams.
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Sunny Warner
5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting picture book of Rouseau's life and art
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2013
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Michelle Markel introduces a great artist (Henri Rouseau) to his ideal audience: children can appreciate Rouseau's brilliance in a way adults sometimes are not able to. I only wish I had had this idea before she did! Her book is delightful because her illustrations are a loving and skillfull homage to her subject. Henri would be pleased.

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Ju Michi
5.0 out of 5 stars Besides the ilustrations are great. So happy with the purchase
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2018
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Remarkable book. So inspirational. This should be a must in school. Besides the ilustrations are great.
So happy with the purchase. My 5 year daughter chooses it every night.
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Nandini M
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice book to introduce Henri Rousseau to children
Reviewed in India on September 13, 2022
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A nice book for kids 5 yrs onwards.
A little pricey though.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent illustrations. Very nice children's book.
Reviewed in Germany on May 15, 2021
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Particularly loved the illustrations. I am a fan of Rousseau's art and this is a lovely background introduction for children.
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GreedyReader
5.0 out of 5 stars Moving and Informative
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2014
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A wonderful introduction for children to the work of this important artist. Clearly written in a way that even small children with understand and empathise with, with brightly coloured pictures showing the artist's journey and his work. There is a dream-like quality to the text that makes it a joy to read, and the message is one of hope. A special book to be treasured.
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4.0 out of 5 stars good service.
Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2016
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item was a s described. good service.
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Anindya
5.0 out of 5 stars Heart warming story, beautiful.
Reviewed in India on August 26, 2015
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What a fantastic and heart warming book! Even though it's for children but honestly any adult can reach it too. The illustrations are beautiful and colors are fantastic. I got it a deal price but even I would have bought at higher price as well. Superb book.
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