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Make meatballs sing : the life & art of Corita Kent / words by Matthew Burgess ; pictures by Kara Kramer.

Burgess, Matthew, (author.). Kramer, Kara, (illustrator.).

Summary:

"Deeply influenced by her religious beliefs and fired up by the social justice causes of her day, Corita Kent lived a remarkable life as a nun, educator, designer, artist, and activist. This story from well-known author Matthew Burgess, vibrantly illustrated by artist Kara Kramer, draws readers into the life of a singular woman whose work and commitment invite us all to seek joy in the everyday, to observe the world with open eyes, and to question and see beyond the existing framework of society. This beautiful biography, made in close collaboration with the Corita Art Center, includes reproductions of Corita's works, a chronology, and author and illustrator notes"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 159270316X
  • ISBN: 9781592703166
  • Physical Description: 1 volume (unnumbered pages) : color illustrations ; 28 cm
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: Brooklyn, New York : Enchanted Lion Books, 2021.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 6-10 Enchanted Lion Books.
Grades 2-3 Enchanted Lion Books.
Subject:
Corita, 1918-1986 > Juvenile literature.
Sisters of the Immaculate Heart of Mary > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Serigraphers > United States > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Biographies.
Picture books.

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Summary: "Deeply influenced by her religious beliefs and fired up by the social justice causes of her day, Corita Kent lived a remarkable life as a nun, educator, designer, artist, and activist. This story from well-known author Matthew Burgess, vibrantly illustrated by artist Kara Kramer, draws readers into the life of a singular woman whose work and commitment invite us all to seek joy in the everyday, to observe the world with open eyes, and to question and see beyond the existing framework of society. This beautiful biography, made in close collaboration with the Corita Art Center, includes reproductions of Corita's works, a chronology, and author and illustrator notes"--