(Source: ohfrodos, via litreactor)
"Picture books are generally put on the shelves of bookstores, libraries, lounge rooms and bedrooms for young children, where they apparently belong. Picture books are synonymous with Children’s Literature. But is this is a necessary condition of the art form itself? Or is it just a cultural convention, more to do with existing expectations, marketing prejudices and literary discourse?"
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Shaun Tan asks: Picture Books: Who are they for?
Read the rest of the article here.
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13-year-old Isy Mekler’s amibitious idea to buy books for needy children - The Boston Globe
I hope I have kids like this some day.
I have this inexplicable desire to #reread this right now. I don’t know why. #reading #kidslit
"Literacy unlocks the door to learning throughout life, is essential to the development and health, and opens the way for democratic participation and active citizenship."
Reading inspires kids. This video is beautiful.
