picture books

Page 32

This entry is part 30 of 31 in the series 30 DAYS TO A STRONGER PICTURE BOOK

Page 32, the last page in a picture book is a chance to give the reader a twist, or emphasize an emotion.

Page 32

The last page of a picture book is a left-hand single page. Consider ways to use this last chance to connect with the readers.

  1. Emphasize the emotional connection.officer buckle
    In Officer Buckle and Gloria, by Peggy Rathman, the last page of this story about friendship between a safety officer and his police dog reads, “Safety Tip #101 ‘Always Stick with Your Buddy.’”
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Nonfiction Last Pages

Nonfiction picture books tend to end with back matter: the author’s note, the sources, maps, etc. In this case, refer to the last page of the text for the above. But also think about ways to cut down on back matter so the story carries itself. . .

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  3. Putting the Picture in Picture Books
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