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British Museum: Origami, Poems and Pictures – Celebrating the Hokusai Exhibition at the British Museum

By Nosy Crow Ltd
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British Museum: Origami, Poems and Pictures – Celebrating the Hokusai Exhibition at the British Museum by Nosy Crow Ltd introduces children to the world of Hokusai, the renowned Japanese artist. Through an engaging combination of origami, poetry, and vivid illustrations, it invites young readers to explore and appreciate Hokusai's art and legacy while offering interactive activities that bring his iconic works to life in a fresh and enjoyable way.
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This beautifully crafted book might captivate you if you have a budding interest in art and culture, combining hands-on origami activities with enchanting poems and pictures. It offers a delightful journey for children into the world of Hokusai's art, fostering creativity and appreciation for Japanese culture through interactive exploration.

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From frogs to flowers, this unique activity book is full of amazing art and fun craft.

From cranes to cats, and frogs to flowers, this unique activity book is full of amazing art and fun craft.

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This stunning book features three beautiful Japanese art forms in one gorgeous gift format. For each animal or object, children will be able to read the haiku, enjoy a painting from the British Museum collection... and then make the origami figure!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780857639387

Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 May 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nosy Crow Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Activity Books and Kits Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Drawing, Colouring and Painting Books for Kids Nosy Crow Ltd

About the Author

Nosy Crow is working with the British Museum in an exclusive partnership to create a broad range of children's books to sell to the UK trade and beyond. The British Museum is 'a museum of the world, for the world'. It is the UK's leading visitor attraction and the second most visited museum in the world. The books draw on the British Museum's internationally recognized brand, its unparalleled collection of objects and its world-class expertise.

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