Including imagery in children’s literature helps children understand what they are reading and helps build their language skills. It has also been shown to promote social-emotional development by introducing social cues and differences in culture, race, and other identities. These five children’s books listed below went above and beyond with their illustrations.
Little Echo by Al Rodin
This book follows Little Echo as she lives alone in a cave until she is given the opportunity to make a new friend. Someone loud and adventurous makes their way into Little Echo’s cave in the search for treasure, and along the journey, Little Echo realizes she could have a voice of her own. The colorful imagery on each page amplifies this story about finding your own voice. Throughout each image, the attention to detail draws the reader in and maintains engagement as the story develops.
Little Penguins by Cynthia Rylant
A simple story centered around little penguins when winter begins, this children’s book makes a great winter read. Throughout the book, the penguins get ready for the cold with their supplies and help from their mom, then venture into the snow. The illustrations on each page are simple, but the style in which they are drawn is so endearing.
The Lonely Zebra by C.M. Harris
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