| Description |
xvi, 278 pages, 4 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations, (some color) ; 25 cm |
| Contents |
1. Establishing a relationship between written and illustrative text -- 2. The emergence of the modern picture book: an historical perspective -- 3. The postmodern picture book -- 4. The picture book as a vehicle for multiple genres -- 5. The illustrative process -- 6. Collaboration of illustrator and author in the creative process -- 7. An illustrative grammar -- 8. Developing multiple and critical readings of text -- 9. Cultural messages -- 10. Pedagogy and picture books: using picture books in the classroom |
| Summary |
Reading the visual is an essential reference for those involved in helping students to achieve viewing outcomes and developing their broader critical thinking. Although aimed at tertiary students, it is equally relevant to practising teachers, especially those interested in English and The Arts Learning Areas and all library specialists. There is a good balance between theory and practice. Discussion ranges from an examination of the evolution of the picture book, focusing on the changes in the role of the illustrativeand written text to a detailed analysis of the illustrative process. The final section explains how to develop multiple and critical readings of the illustrations followed by practical suggestions on how to use picture books in the classroom |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographies and index |
| Subject |
Children's literature -- History and criticism.
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Illustrated children's books -- History and criticism.
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Children's literature.
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Illustrated children's books.
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Picture books for children -- History and criticism.
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| Genre/Form |
Picture books.
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| Author |
Bull, Geoff.
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| LC no. |
00002128 |
| ISBN |
0729536025 |
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