Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail

A Curious Girl. A Revolutionary Artist. A Story of Friendship and Creative Freedom.

When Sylvette meets the world-famous Pablo Picasso, she's shy, uncertain--and unaware that their friendship will change the way she sees herself forever. Through conversation, sketches, and bold brushstrokes, Picasso helps her discover the power of self-expression and the courage to be seen.

Picasso and the Girl with the Ponytail is a beautifully illustrated picture book biography by Laurence Anholt, part of the beloved Anholt's Artists series. With expressive watercolor artwork and authentic reproductions of Picasso's portraits, this moving story introduces young readers to one of modern art's most iconic figures through the eyes of a real teenage muse.

Why Parents and Educators Love It:

• Inspires young readers to dream big and persevere
• Introduces real art history through a heartfelt narrative
• Ideal for classrooms, homeschools, or bedtime reading

Ideal for ages 6-9, this book offers a gentle yet profound glimpse into Picasso's world--exploring how art can shape identity, connection, and self-confidence. It's a story of transformation, imagination, and the lasting impact of being truly seen.

From a bestselling series that brings great artists to life for children, Picasso and the Girl with the Ponytail is a timeless tale of artistic courage, friendship, and finding your voice.

Laurence Anholt is the UK based author and illustrator of more than 200 award-winning children's books, notably his Anholt's Artists series about great artists and the real children who knew them.

These include Frida Kahlo and the Bravest Girl in the World, Van Gogh and the Sunflowers, Degas and the Little Dancer, The Magical Garden of Claude Monet, and Leonardo and the Flying Boy.