Finally... I never get a chance to ask my questions since y912f barely ever gets off!
Now for my question, I've been wondering. Childrens' authors usually write such easy baby books such as: Paul went to the store. Jill likes candy. Can't anyone out there write stories for children then? I'm sorry if you don't understand this, I don't know how to better state it. What I'm saying is this is so easy even a studen can write books for children then. Thanks
-MC
Sorry the subject is just misc not culture! my bad!
-MC
Dr. Seuss's books are prime examples of easy reading books that are imaginative and stretch children's imagination as well as their vocabularies.
Right but he had a purpose of writing those things. I mean I heard that even though his words seem simple, they talk about his experiences and war, ect ect.
What I was saying is that even I can write up a book for young children using fun rhymes. Can't anyone?
-MC
M.C.: For example, have you heard that Dr. Seuss (whose real name was Theodore Giesel) wrote Yertle the Turtle as an allegory for Hitler's rise and fall?! One turtle kept trying to build himself up to greater heights on the backs of the other turtles until one turtle at the bottom of the column upset his entire balance. Why don't you try to write such a book, submit it for publication, and wait to see what happens?! Let us know how it turns out for you!
Good advice, Brandon. :-)
Well I didn't really understand it but umm sure i guess
Thanks
-MC
I understand what you're asking. Writing children's books may seem simple because of the straightforward language and simple storylines often found in these books. However, writing a good children's book is not as easy as it may seem.
While it is true that anyone can technically write a book for children, writing a book that engages young readers and resonates with them requires skill and understanding of their needs and interests.
Here are a few important elements to consider when writing children's books:
1. Age Appropriateness: It's important to consider the age range you are targeting. Books for infants will be different from books for preschoolers or early readers. Different age groups have different comprehension levels and interests.
2. Captivating Storyline: Children's books should have a well-crafted plot that captures their attention and holds their interest. Whether it's a simple story or a more complex one, having a clear beginning, middle, and end is crucial.
3. Engaging Characters: Characters in children's books should be relatable and interesting to young readers. They should have distinct traits and go through some sort of transformation or learning experience throughout the story.
4. Age-appropriate Language: While children's books may use simple language, it's important to choose words and sentence structures appropriate for the target age group. Using too advanced vocabulary or complex sentences may hinder comprehension.
5. Visual Appeal: Considering that many children's books are illustrated, visual appeal is essential. Collaborating with an illustrator or creating visually engaging content is important to capture the child's imagination.
So, while the language used in children's books may seem easy, there is still an art to crafting a compelling story that resonates with young readers. It takes skill, creativity, and understanding of child development to create a successful children's book.