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Learning by the Book: Why Picture Books Are Important (Despite What They May Say)

Posted on 18 October 2010 by The Urchins

By Geo Ong The New York Times recently published an article titled ‘Picture Books No Longer a Staple for Children’, where the article’s author Julie Bosman explores the recent decline in popularity of children’s picture books. Though there may be … Continue reading →

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