Why am I passionate about this?
Iām an award-winning toy inventor and author/illustrator, with a lifelong love of art, learning, and creativity. I strive to inspire the future builders and creators of our world in my books, articles, and blog musings. Some of my favorite reads inspired my creative side.
Anna's book list on inspiring your inner artist
Why did Anna love this book?
Graduating from design school with a BFA and having taught Art Enrichment Classes in the schools for many years, I thought I had read every book about Vincent Van Gogh.
But when I read Heiligmanās young adult novel, I finally knew Vincent and felt his passion, literally through his letters to his brother.
And, truly, is there any better way to learn about Vincent than reading in his own words about his passion to paint?
1 author picked Vincent and Theo as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 14, 15, 16, and 17.
Printz Honor Book ā¢ YALSA Nonfiction Award Winner ā¢ Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Winner ā¢ SCBWI Golden Kite Winner ā¢ Cybils Senior High Nonfiction Award Winner
From the author of National Book Award finalist Charles and Emma comes an incredible story of brotherly love.
The deep and enduring friendship between Vincent and Theo Van Gogh shaped both brothers' lives. Confidant, champion, sympathizer, friendāTheo supported Vincent as he struggled to find his path in life. They shared everything, swapping stories of lovers and friends, successes and disappointments, dreams and ambitions. Meticulously researched, drawing on the 658 letters Vincent wrote to Theoā¦