Yearbook Design

the first page of the yearbook makes a positive first impression and provides critical reference information

• title page

• theme

• theme package

• whole-book link

refers to both the topics featured on spreads and how they are highlighted. EX: Student Life: summer, 1st day, homecoming etc. w/ photos, captions, so on. . .

• coverage

• divider

• endsheet

• flat

spread used to separate each of the sections of the yearbook. usually theme related.

• coverage

• divider

• endsheet

• flat

heavier sheets of paper which hold the pages of the yearbook to the cover. may be plain or designed.

• coverage

• divider

• endsheet

• flat

The page number and topic (and staffer) of a spread placed as a unit on the spread. Top corner, bottom corner, side options. Be consistent!

• folio tab

• four color

• graphics

• index

Two facing or side-by-side pages in the yearbook. Typically designed together. Aka DPS

• spine

• spin-off

• spread

• theme

Elements such as rule lines, gray screens, large initial letters and special type treatments which enhance the book's design.

• folio tab

• four color

• graphics

• index

A complete alphabetical listing of all students, teachers, advertisers, topics and events covered in the yearbook.

• folio tab

• four color

• graphics

• index

The first 2-4 pages of the yearbook which introduce the theme.

• ladder

• opening

• section

• signature

The divisions of a yearbook. Typically" Student Live, Academics, Oganizations, People, Sports, Ads/Index

• ladder

• opening

• section

• signature