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Two Artists, Grandad and Me

by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow Publisher: DOUBLEDAY & CO

A day of art shared across generations

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Hardcover New English

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Awards & Recognition

  • Author recognition

    Jerry Pinkney is described as a Caldecott Medal winner

    Jerry Pinkney, the author’s grandfather, is described as a Caldecott Medal-winning children's book illustrator; ...

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A day of art shared across generations

Set in an artist’s studio, this picture book brings together painting, music, and the bond between a young girl and her grandad. As she learns about his work and makes art of her own, the story presents creativity as personal expression, with no single right way to make a picture. The book is based on Charnelle Pinkney Barlow’s memories of her grandfather, children’s book creator Jerry Pinkney, and includes an afterword about their relationship and the inspiration she found in his guidance. Art-making and family memory are woven together in a story centered on time spent creating side by side.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • A choice for children ages 4–8 interested in art and making pictures.
  • For families seeking a picture book about a grandparent-grandchild relationship.
  • May interest readers curious about the family story behind the book.

Themes

Creative expressionIntergenerational bondsArt and musicFamily memories

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Book overview

A young girl spends a magical day in her grandad's painting studio, discovering the joy of art, music, and the special bond they share. By the granddaughter of legendary Caldecott Medal-winning children's book illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

Step into the warm, jazz-filled world of a young girl and her artist grandad, as she learns about her grandad's paintings and discovers the joy of creating her own art.

In this inspiring story, a very young painter learns there is no right way to be an artist, and that every brushstroke and every sketch is a unique expression of her imagination. With Grandad's gentle guidance, she draws, dreams, and lets her creativity flow, filling the studio with memories and masterpieces. As the day fades, the young artist realizes that time spent with Grandad is a treasure to carry in her heart forever.

Based on her memories of time with her grandfather--beloved children's book creator Jerry Pinkney--Charnelle Pinkney Barlow's beautifully illustrated picture book will inspire young readers to embrace their creative spirit and cherish the moments shared with loved ones. An afterword by Charnelle Pinkney Barlow details the special relationship she and her grandad shared and the creative inspiration she derived from his love and guidance.
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