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When a cute and curious rabbit appears in Henri’s sunny studio, his first reaction is to chase it away, worried about the chaos it might cause.
As Lapin explores Henri’s studio, the strangest thing starts to happen — his old pictures start to burst into colorful life, encouraging Henri to embrace a new way of creating, full of freedom, and imagination. But this little rabbit isn’t satisfied by simply looking at the pictures…
Beautifully and inventively illustrated by Iratxe López de Munáin, Matisse and the Runaway Rabbit is a heartwarming tale that introduces children to Matisse’s vibrant art, showing how joy, color, and curiosity can transform the way we see the world. This gentle and engaging picture book invites young readers to explore the magic of creativity, just as Matisse did.
“Art history and hijinks meld seamlessly in this quirky picture book that introduces children to the world and works of Henri Matisse… [F]or budding artists in need of encouragement or inspiration.” - Foreword
"It is a sweet fictional story about how [Matisse] created one of his most famous works… For readers who like art inspired fiction” - Youth Services Book Review
“Discover some of the greatest works of Matisse, seen through an entirely new perspective and enjoy the adventure.” - Armadillo Magazine
Georgia Larson is writer who has worked on lots of children’s books, websites, and magazines.