The magical thing about picture books I believe, is their interactive qualities. Some picture books encourage lots of discussion and frequent pauses to admire the pictures and comment on the story and others encourage less interaction. The rules if any, are decided by who's reading. When reading with children I always follow their lead. If they want to stop at a page and talk about the pictures then I do. If they have nothing to say then I keep on reading. Picture books are traditionally written to encourage reading and a love of literature but what's equally important is the emotional/social experience and the loving interaction between adults and children.
Here's a list of picture books that have wonderful interactive qualities. I apologise that the links aren't working at the moment.
By: Renee Taprell,
on 8/18/2011
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When did you first know that you wanted to be an author?
About three years ago. I started writing stories for my children. Although I have always enjoyed writing poems and short stories for as long as I can remember.
Here's a list of picture books that have wonderful interactive qualities. I apologise that the links aren't working at the moment.
Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia is the formation of words by imitation of sounds, for example, 'Click, Clack, Moo.' It is a popular literary concept in picture books because chil
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By: Renee Taprell,
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Kerry is a qualified primary teacher with a Masters Degree in Education. She has had the privilege to work along side some of the best imaginations in the country - the children she has taught!
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I loved this post Renee. I use a lot of these prompts and techniques when reading with the preppies on a weekly basis. I agree how a pb and it's style can stick with you forever. There are phrases I use regulary to this day with my child when prompted by a circumstance which reminds me of the story; eg the weather. Great stuff.
I've also noticed that even year 3 and 4's, especially the boys, like lots of onomatopoeias in their action scenes. It helps with the role play when they act them out
Thanks Dimity. After a few initial blogging issues, I've finally got this posted.
I was watching a children's T.V show the other morning how the hosts were reading the stories aloud and asking questions to the viewers at home. Even though I know picture books are interactive, it made me think about how I can use interactive elements whilst writing picture books.
Many of the popular picture books today have a definite rhythm and read aloud almost like a song is sung.
Hi Sandy,
I agree! Especially dinosaurs, automobiles, tigers, superheroes, and the list goes on.
It's wonderful that onomatopoeia in picture books encourages word play, language expression, and a general love of reading and learning.
Thanks Sandy. I appreciate your comment :)
Congrats Renee,
fabulous ideas and techniques to springboard discussions.
This Blog would be very helpful to parents and teachers alike :)
Thanks so much Karen. I'm really enjoying investigating more about picture books and sharing with writers, teachers, and parents.