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Book Synopsis: Signs of Hope is a picture book biography of groundbreaking artist, teacher, and Catholic nun Corita Kent from critically acclaimed author Mara Rockliff, with stunning full-color art from Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet. Let Corita teach you how to see the world in a whole new way! Sister Corita Kent, the “pop art nun,” burst onto the 1960s art scene with splashes of color and ad slogans transformed into messages of love, hope, peace, and justice. The art world would never be the same—and neither would the young people whose lives she changed. Join Corita’s students as they learn how to look at the world around them through an artist’s eyes. With Corita, work is play, imagination means adventure, and there is no line between life and art. Told with joy and energy by award-winning author Mara Rockliff and spectacularly illustrated by two-time Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet, Signs of Hope brings a revolutionary artist’s teachings—still fresh, still inspiring—to a new generation. As Corita told her students, “Be ready to see what you haven’t seen before!”
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Experience the transformative power of art with Signs of Hope: The Revolutionary Art of Sister Corita Kent. This captivating picture book biography takes you on a journey through the life of Corita Kent, a groundbreaking artist, teacher, and Catholic nun. With the incredible artwork of Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet, this book is a feast for the eyes and a testament to the lasting impact of Corita's work.
Corita Kent, also known as the "pop art nun," brought a wave of color, love, hope, peace, and justice to the 1960s art scene. Through her vibrant art and memorable ad slogans turned messages of positivity, she forever changed the art world and the lives of countless young people. Now, you have the opportunity to discover her teachings and see the world from an entirely new perspective.
In Signs of Hope, you'll join Corita's students as they learn to view the world through an artist's eyes. With Corita as their guide, they discover that work can be play, imagination is an adventure, and art intertwines seamlessly with life. Award-winning author Mara Rockliff brings this story to life with joy and energy, while Melissa Sweet's illustrations beautifully capture the spirit of Corita's art.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to be inspired by a revolutionary artist. Signs of Hope is not just a picture book, it's a gateway to a world of creativity, passion, and limitless possibilities. As Corita herself said, "Be ready to see what you haven't seen before!" Order your copy today and embark on a journey that will ignite your imagination and change the way you see the world.
Order Signs of Hope: The Revolutionary Art of Sister Corita Kent now and experience the magic of Corita's teachings for yourself!
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