Ablaze with color : a story of painter Alma Thomas / written by Jeanne Walker Harvey ; illustrated by Loveis Wise.
"Celebrate the life-changing power of art in this inspiring and stunningly illustrated picture book biography of American artist Alma Thomas. Meet an incredible woman who broke down barriers throughout her whole life and is now known as one of the most preeminent painters of the twentieth century. Told from the point of view of young Alma Thomas, readers can follow along as she grows into her discovery of the life-changing power of art. As a child in Georgia, Alma Thomas loved to spend time outside, soaking up the colors around her. And her parents filled their home with color and creativity despite the racial injustices they faced. After the family moved to Washington, DC, Alma shared her passion for art by teaching children. When she was almost seventy years old, she focused on her own artwork, inspired by nature and space travel. In this celebration of art and the power of imagination, Jeanne Walker Harvey and Loveis Wise tell the incredible true story of Alma Thomas, the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum in New York City and to have her work chosen for the White House collection. With her bold and vibrant abstract paintings, Alma set the world ablaze with color. Ablaze with Color includes extensive back matter with photos, an author's and illustrator's note, a timeline, and a list of sources and resources that will be a great tool for parents, educators, and librarians. Perfect for Women's History Month and Black History Month units alongside such favorites as Malala's Magic Pencil, Hidden Figures, and Mae Among the Stars."-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780063021891
- ISBN: 0063021897
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unnumbered pages) : color illustrations ; 29 cm
- Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: New York : HarperCollins, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references.
- Target Audience Note:
- Ages 4-8. HarperCollins.Grades K-1. HarperCollins.870L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR LG 4.6 0.5 517723.
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- Subject:
- Thomas, Alma > Juvenile literature.
Painters > Biography > Juvenile literature.
African American women > Biography > Juvenile literature.
African American painters > Biography > Juvenile literature.
Teachers > Biography > Juvenile literature. - Genre:
- Biographies.
Informational works.
Illustrated works.
Picture books.
Available copies
- 41 of 43 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 2 copies available at McDowell County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 43 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Library | JUV BIO THO (Text) | 37810435597629 | Juvenile Biography | Available | - |
| McDowell Bookmobile | JUV BIO THO (Text) | 37810435696652 | Juvenile New Nonfiction | In Use for Programs | - |
