1. Picture Books 101 Interactive Read-Alouds Melanie Wible

2. Picture books Usually 32 pages Small amount of text Large amount of illustrations Pictures are necessary in telling the story

3. Picture book- Symmetry Equal amount of words and pictures Dr. Seuss books

4. Picture book- Complementary Words and pictures each contribute.

5. Picture book- Enhancement Words and pictures extend meaning

6. Picture book- Counterpoint Words and pictures tell different meanings

7. Picture book-Contradiction Words and pictures flatly contradict each other.

8. Picture books – Using color Associate color with moods, feelings, etc…

9. Picture books – Using Peritext Peritext is all of the extra parts of the story, the front and end papers, title page, dedication page, etc..

10. Picture books – Using Characters Make inferences about the characters. Describe the characters' actions and feelings Bond with characters

11. Picture books- Using Artistic Media How were the illustrations made? What type of media used?

12. How to read a picture book… Know it well Show words and pictures together Take an interactive approach Pause for student questions Connect responses Encourage critical thinking. “What do you suppose…?”

13. How to read a picture book… Read several versions of same story Read Author studies Extend to group projects: Make your own picture book.

14. References Frey, N., & Fisher, D. (2008). Teaching visual literacy: Using comic books, graphic novels, anime, cartoons, and more to develop comprehension and thinking skills. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.