The use of humanised animals in literature is not a new fad in any case, in fact, it has been around for decades! The style is popular for numerous reasons, some being that the child can relate more to the animal than a child or even animals are used to show human nature towards each…
The Use of Children’s Books Benefit Future Imaginations
Future Imagination, Advanced Ideas Using children’s books benefits the imagination of any child’s mind because books create a sense of wonderment for anyone reading and viewing the book, especially curious and energetic children. A child’s book will bring colours, mysteries, and questions to every child’s mind. A child’s imagination needs to be sparked. When an imagination…
Top 5 Most Loved Children’s Books
No matter the age of your child, reading should be a thrilling activity the two of you can enjoy. Reading is the gateway to experiencing the world in a whole new way, to become more inspired, and to model their life after their favorite character. The Very Hungry Caterpillar By Eric Carle Early learners are…
UK Authors; the Greats of the World
Among the many splendid areas of the world, the United Kingdom has a way of producing some of the most fantastic children’s book authors. It must be something in the tea because the sheer amount of authors that are common household names is astonishing. We know their works, sometimes their names, but never anything about…
Planning, Teamwork, and Publish; Writing A Childrens Book
When it comes to writing a book, there are numerous challenges that are put in front of the author, the same can be said of the author of a children’s book. Authors are faced with a unique audience that cannot understand complex ideas, nor will they have the attention span to do so. Therefore planning…
The Importance of Colour in Children’s Books
Visual colours are an especially important part of learning for small children. When colour is used right in children’s books, it draws them into the visual aspect of the various colours on the pages and helps provide stimulation for their developing minds. Colour provides a powerful way of learning about the world. For a…
Becoming a Children’s book illustrator
Becoming an Illustrator for Children’s Books The role of a children’s book illustrator is the creation and design of images to complement children’s stories. An illustrator could be employed by a publishing house or magazine, but most commonly, they work on a freelance basis. This means that they work with a variety of writers or…
Understanding your role in your Child’s Early Learning
Did you know your baby’s brain will grow exponentially in the first few years of his/her life? In the first three to five years of their life, your child’s brain is developing at the most rapid rate that it will in their lifetime. During this time, cognition, linguistics, emotional, motor and social development are occurring at a…
Techniques in Watercolor
Working in watercolor is a unique and delicate art. Each piece can become beautifully unique, holding specific depth each time it is reattempted. No matter your experience level, there are always tips and techniques that can be learned to help further your progress. When creating art, each day is a new day, each stroke holds…
