Seeing Sense: Visual literacy as a tool for libraries, learning and reader development

Author:   Jake Hope ,  Sir Philip Pullman, CBE, FRSL ,  Chris Riddell
Publisher:   Facet Publishing
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9781783304424


Pages:   224
Publication Date:   24 July 2020
Format:   Hardback
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Author:   Jake Hope ,  Sir Philip Pullman, CBE, FRSL ,  Chris Riddell
Publisher:   Facet Publishing
Imprint:   Facet Publishing
ISBN:  

9781783304424


ISBN 10:   1783304421
Pages:   224
Publication Date:   24 July 2020
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print   Availability explained
This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us.

Table of Contents

Contents List of figures, boxes and case studies Acknowledgements Foreword Philip Pullman 1. In the Frame: what is visual literacy and why does it matter? An introduction to Seeing Sense Origins of visual literacy Visual literacy in the digital age Becoming visually literate Cave to computer screen: a potted guide to visual literacy in society Types of visual literacy 2. The Big Picture: terminology for talking about and critiquing illustration The building blocks for visual literacy The anatomy of a picture book The role of colour Media, style and techniques Features of visual narratives Features in graphic novels 3. The Reading Journey: the developmental stages of reading The emerging pre-reader The novice reader The decoding reader The fluent, comprehending reader The expert reader A framework for visual competencies Visual literacy in practice 4. Close Inspection: influences and insights into people and processes that shape visual narratives Agents Publishers Graphic design and print Harmony in words and pictures Representation and translation Pictures mean business A comic perspective Graphic novels 5. Windows into Worlds: the importance of visual representation and inclusion Cultural diversity Gender Sexuality Mental health Empathy Learning needs Inclusion Sight Colour blindness 6. Prize Winning Pictures: an exploration of awards and honours The CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal The Macmillan Prize for Illustration The Klaus Flugge Prize The Excelsior Award Regional book awards International Awards The Biennial of illustration, Bratislava The Bologna Ragazzi Award The Caldecott Medal The Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards The Little Hakka Awards The Children’s Laureate 7. Looking to Learn: an insight into visual literacy for information The power of visual information Finding fun in learning Creating visually rich learning environments Partnerships to create visual learning opportunities 8. A Room with a View: making the most of visual literacy in libraries and settings Stock Services Space Case Studies Conclusion Afterword Nick Sharratt Glossary References Index

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'For both established and new illustrators and writers, Hope's book lays out the concept of visual literacy in a way that is not only approachable but useful and fascinating.' - Dawn Finch, Chair of the Children's Writers and Illustrators Group of the Society of Authors (CWIG) -- Dawn Finch


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Jake Hope is a reading development and children's book consultant with a keen interest in librarianship, visual literacy, diversity and children's books. Named as one of top ten librarians of the future in the United Kingdom's 'Love Libraries Campaign', he has been a regular reviewer and commentator on children's books for numerous publications and websites, including leading children's book journal 'Books for Keeps' and the UK's trade magazine ‘The Bookseller.’ As Reading and Learning Development Manager for Lancashire County Council, he designed and delivered a year-long promotion of visual literacy as well as the 'Lancashire Reading Trail', an illustrated scheme aimed at encouraging children to read while fostering an awareness of local geography and culture. He has judged numerous book awards, including the CILIP Carnegie and Kate Greenaway Medals, for whom he now Chairs the Working Party.

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