Children are familiar with picture books and might be more open toward ideas taught with them. Picture books, for instance, can teach literary devices. Familiar pictures and stories can become tools to introduce new concepts like metaphor, theme, symbols or personification. Teachers might allow children to choose their favorite picture book and find examples of literary devices to share with the class. Besides teaching literary devices, picture books also can increase a child's visual perception.
Picture books contain beautiful art.
Through these images, children can learn the language of art. They can discover the importance of composition, color, shape and line. This additional awareness will prepare them for the more involved interpretations of art that they will experience later in school. Finally, picture books are a marvelous way to teach children wisdom. Parents, schoolteachers and caretakers can use these books to help children grow and find meaning in their world.