Henri Matisse and his abstract cut-outs are used to teach colours in this innovative read-aloud board book.

Blue and Other Colours guides children through Henri Matisse's colour palette, presenting one work of art per page, starting with blue and returning to it as a familiar refrain throughout the book. The variety of shapes, depths and scales on each page will keep readers engaged, while the text enriches the experience with accessible commentary that encourages conversation.

Henri Matisse's innovative use of colour has inspired generations of artists. His cut-outs, collages made from shapes cut out of painted paper in a process he described as "painting with scissors", have become some of the most admired works of the last century.

Through this groundbreaking book, readers will not only learn the colours, but also become familiar with the art.

Each title in this must-have series of illustrated board books uses masterpieces by celebrated artists to teach one of the key concepts of early learning for young children. Each concept is playfully explored through a carefully curated selection of beautifully reproduced artworks, while the accompanying text enriches the experience with witty, conversational commentary and an "about the artist" section. Companion books in this series feature the art of Pablo Picasso, Ellsworth Kelly, Alexander Calder and Josef Albers.

Publisher: Phaidon