For babies, toddlers, young children, the pre-literate and the newly-literate and for many others, the pictures really matter in a book. The illustrations don’t just accompany the story, they are part of the story experience. Children see the pictures for themselves – the words they hear from you. And the illustrations give you something to … Continue reading The Vital Importance of Illustrations
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Book Review: We’re Riding on a Caravan
We’re Riding On A Caravan: An Adventure on the Silk Road by Laurie Krebs, illustrated by Helen Cann, published by Barefoot Books, Cambridge, MA, 2005. This book comes from one of my favourite publishers, Barefoot Books. It’s a gorgeously illustrated narrative poem about a family’s year-long journey on the old Silk Road. There’s a strong … Continue reading Book Review: We’re Riding on a Caravan
Where to Get Books: Borrowing Them
I love libraries – but we have had mixed experiences. Not due to the libraries, but due to our children. Many children in their early years are quite rough with books. Not just chewing on them – which is expected, but also grabbing at tabs, ripping pages. I have spent nights with the sellotape before … Continue reading Where to Get Books: Borrowing Them
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