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Peer reviewedHarms, Jeanne McLain; Lettow, Lucille J. – Childhood Education, 1988
Summarizes and reviews newer works of nine writers and illustrators for children. Describes the writing as fresh, innovative, and addressing interests and concerns of today's children. Praises the illustrations, which represent a wide variety of styles, techniques, and subject matter, as among the best to ever appear in children's books.…
Descriptors: Bibliographies, Childrens Literature, Fiction, Humanities
Peer reviewedHarms, Jeanne McLain; Lettow, Lucille J. – Childhood Education, 1998
Examines the interplay of text, illustrations, and book design elements, using examples from children's books. Discusses the impact of book design on young readers' responses, and presents ideas for acquainting children with specific book design elements. Suggests that class activities in book design can improve children's visual and verbal…
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Class Activities, Design, Design Preferences
