Characteristics of Children's Books

What is one quality of successful picture books regarding illustrations?

• black and white images

• colorful, varied, and full of movement

• only realistic drawings

How many times does a typical picture book protagonist usually try before succeding?

• once

• twice

• three times

What is an example of a book with universal appeal mentioned in the article?

• Duck for President

• Fancy Nancy

• Love You Forever

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a characteristic of good children's books?

• simple idea and theme

• complex plots and theme

• characters that seem real

What type of problem does a picture book typically have in addition to the external/physical problem?

• mathematical problem

• scientific problem

• internal/emotional problem

What is an example of interactivity in picture books?

• pop-up elements

• characters talking directly to the reader

• scratch and sniff features

Why is re-readability important in picture books?

• to improve vocabulary

• because children often want the same book read multiple times

• to create a challenge

What is one way illustrators enhance re-readability?

• by only using primary colors

• by including a small visual subplot

• by changing the story each time

According one of the articles, what kind of plots do children's books typically have?

• complicated plots

• simple plots without subplots

• only fantasy plots

What is an important element of the characters in children's books?

• they never make mistakes

• they experience physical and emotional growth

• they are always adults