About This Book
Nina Laden's "When Pigasso Met Mootisse" is a clever and humorous picture book that introduces young readers to the concepts of art, creativity, and conflict resolution through the delightful rivalry of a pig artist and a bull artist. As Pigasso and Mootisse build fences to separate themselves, their unique artistic styles merge, creating unexpected masterpieces. The book subtly references real-life artists Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, making it an engaging way to spark conversations about art history, different perspectives, and finding common ground. It's perfect for ages 4-8, offering both entertainment and educational value.
Pigasso, a talented pig, and Mootisse, an artistic bull, live across the road from one another, but when conflicts arise they build fences that ultimately become modern art masterpieces. Includes biographies of the real-life artists, Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso.
Discussion Prompts
1
What makes Pigasso's art different from Mootisse's art?
2
Have you ever had a disagreement with a friend? How did you solve it?
3
What do you think the artists Picasso and Matisse would think of Pigasso and Mootisse's art?
4
What kind of art would you create if you were Pigasso or Mootisse?
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