Sharing Picture Books With Older Children

Think picture books are just for young children? Think again! Some picture books are created with an older audience in mind. Others embody a level of sophistication in the text or art that offers intrigue for older children and/or teens even as they also appeal to a younger audience. Still others offer outrageous humour that can be enjoyed by readers of many ages. In Year 5, we have begun to delve into picture books, below are some of the titles which we have enjoyed and shared. Maybe it is time to revisit some books which you have at home...