My daughter read this short book in one sitting! She really likes the Little Gems books so was happy when I was accepted. She loved the illustrations as they gain more colour as the story goes on. The story follows the life of Elisabeth Vigée Le Brun, who was born in 1755, and grew up to be a world famous artist. She really loved this book. Thank you for the opportunity to read and review this book.

Elisabeth and the Box of Colours is about a young girl called Elisabeth who loves art just like her dad. When she is sent to boarding school, her box of coloured crayons is taken from her but she continues to draw for all her friends. When she gets some bad news, her crayons are mysteriously returned and she gets so much comfort from them. This is a gorgeous book with stunning, almost magical illustrations from Rebecca Cobb. Young readers of 6 or 7 upwards will be able to read it on their own but it is short enough to read as a bedtime story and engage preschool children. This is based on the life of French portrait artist Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun and teaches children about following their passions and resilience.

This easily accessible short chapter book for young children is wonderful on so many levels. It is based on the life of the famous French portrait artist- Elisabeth Vigée le Brun and introduces children to this artist beautifully. The illustrations are utterly enchanting and the contrast between the bright colours and then the grey pages to show when Elisabeth is facing difficult emotions is perfect. The story covers separation and grief in a gentle, sensitive way and would be perfect for anyone wanting or needing books around these issues. As an educationalist I cannot recommend this book highly enough.