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Meaning Making With Picture Books

By Heather Sharp

Meaning Making With Picture Books

By Heather Sharp

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This book examines well-known poetry, picture books, and multimodal texts to explore how visual and literary texts shape collective memory and historical understanding with an initial focus on World War I before expanding to include more current contested issues topics such as colonialism, immigration, and First Nations’ experiences. Organized into three sections, the book discusses the role of picture books in teaching difficult histories, analyses postmodern picture books addressing controversial topics, and provides a framework for classroom pedagogy. This approach highlights the importance of empathy, ethics, and creative expression in history education, showcasing how storytelling through multimodal texts bridges the past to the present.
Product details
Number of Pages:
184
Release Date:
2025-10-22
Publication Date:
2025-10-22
Publisher:
Springer
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
3032003202
ISBN13:
9783032003201
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
356 g
Height:
153 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
15 cm
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