FOUR REASONS why illustrations MATTER in children's books

As a children's book author and illustrator I adore quality illustrations. Some think that the art is an afterthought and, "they are just kids they don't care." I completely disagree. I think children deserve the highest quality available a majority of the time (we have to sprinkle in a few silly books here and there). I am sharing 4 main reason why I think the illustrations do matter.
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[@lavenderbookco]

So what do y’all think? Did any of the reasons stand out to you? Were you surprised by any of the bonus books? 👇🏼👇🏼

[@alexpapasi61]

Great video! Keep them coming!

[@lavenderbookco]

Thank you! I will 👏🏼❤️

[@Mythilt]

'Where's my cow' By Terry Pratchett. Its a tie in with his Discworld series, but is actually a very fun kids book.

[@lavenderbookco]

That looks like a cute book! I’m going to add that to my list 👏🏼

[@Mythilt]

@@lavenderbookco It helps if you know about the Discworld series, (specifically the Watch books.) but overall the book is cute and the artistry very well done.

[@lavenderbookco]

@@Mythilt thank you for the suggestion! I’m always looking for books to add to our at home library!

[@janetmorgan9728]

Yes! Good illustration makes the book enjoyable to the parent as well! And this is important because when the reader is enjoying the process it comes across to the child listening!
I too, have been disappointed reading to my kids and only having clip art scenes to look at. They can come across stilted and lifeless.

[@lavenderbookco]

Yes you get it! I agree with the “clip art” feel that a lot of books have seemed to have adopted. It takes away from the whimsical nature of what children’s books should be ❤