Mock Caldecott Contenders
Setting
Setting
- Where and when the story takes place
- Illustrations should help you visualize (make pictures in your head) where and when the story takes place
- Illustrations should transport you into the world of the book
As you watch the read-aloud videos, ask yourself:
As you watch the read-aloud videos, ask yourself:
Do the illustrations help me understand where and when the story in this book takes place?
Do the illustrations help me understand where and when the story in this book takes place?
Can I imagine what it feels like to be in this book?
Can I imagine what it feels like to be in this book?
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Watercress
by Andrea Chen, illustrated by Jason Chin
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Wonder Walkers
by Micha Archer
Bonus Material
Bonus Material
Listen in as the author and illustrator talk about Watercress with each other. This video is especially suited to older readers.
Learn more about Jason Chin's approach to illustrating Watercress, as well as the personal connections he and Andrea Wang have to the book.
More Books by Micha Archer
More Books by Micha Archer
Take a look at Micha's books that she has illustrated. How many have you read? Do you notice any similarities?
How does she do it?
How does she do it?
Watch this video of Micha creating her collage illustration.
Have you taken a Wonder Walk? Draw a picture.