Cézanne's Parrot

Reach for this book when your child feels like their ideas are too different or when they are discouraged because they haven't mastered a skill as quickly as their peers. It is the perfect balm for the child who marches to the beat of their own drum and needs to know that being misunderstood is often the first step toward greatness. This vibrant biography follows Paul Cezanne, an artist who rejected the traditional rules of the French art world to paint in his own thick, colorful style. Despite facing rejection from critics, Cezanne remains steadfast, eventually training a pet parrot to be his first true fan. It is a masterful lesson in grit and creative integrity for children ages 4 to 8, illustrating that success is not defined by immediate popularity, but by staying true to one's unique vision.