Literature Flashcards
Board Books
Board books are small, tough books with hard pages for babies and toddlers. They are made to be easy to hold and hard to tear, and often have simple pictures and words.
Interactive Books
Interactive books are books that have things to touch, move, or press while you read. They make reading fun by having flaps to lift or buttons that make sounds.
Engineered Books
Engineered books are books with special parts that make them different from regular books. They might have pop-ups, pull-tabs, or moving pieces that make the story more interactive and exciting.
Visual Narratives/Wordless Books
Visual narratives or wordless books are books that tell a story through pictures instead of words. Readers follow the images to understand what’s happening and create their own version of the story.
Alphabet Books
Alphabet books are books that help kids learn the letters of the alphabet. Each page usually shows a letter and a picture of something that starts with that letter, like “A” for “apple” and “B” for “ball.”
Counting Books
Counting books help kids learn how to count numbers. They usually show numbers with pictures of objects to count, like “1 apple,” “2 cats,” and so on.
Concept Books
Concept books teach basic ideas or categories, like colors, shapes, numbers, or emotions. They use simple words and pictures to help kids understand and recognize these basic ideas.
Picture Story Books
Picture story books are books that tell a story with lots of pictures and some words. The pictures help show what’s happening in the story and make it easier to follow along.
Predictable Books and Wordplay (pattern books)
These books have repeating patterns or rhymes that help kids guess what happens next. They’re fun and easy to follow.
Easy to Read Books
Easy to read books have simple words and short sentences, making them perfect for early readers. They help kids practice reading on their own.
Picture Books for Older Readers
These picture books have more complex stories and themes, but still use illustrations to enhance the reading experience. They are meant for older kids who enjoy detailed pictures along with more mature content.
Notable Illustrators Books
These books are created by famous artists known for their special and unique illustrations. They often feature beautiful, memorable artwork that enhances the story.
Post Modern Picture Books
Post-modern picture books play with traditional storytelling by breaking rules and mixing different styles. They often include unusual formats, play with the text and illustrations, or challenge the reader’s expectations.
Graphic Novels
Graphic novels are books that tell a story using a combination of pictures and text, like a comic book but longer and more complex. They often have detailed artwork and cover various genres and themes.
Hybrid Novels
Hybrid novels mix different types of content, like text, illustrations, and graphics, to tell a story. They might include elements like diary entries, emails, or photos alongside traditional writing.
