Heather Moore Niver 
Picture Books [PDF ebook] 

Almost everyone has heard the phrase: "A picture is worth a thousand words, " and this book focuses on the very picture books that have intrigued and entranced readers young and old since the first one was published. Readers will learn about the basic types of picture books they are likely to find in their school libraries or books stores, starting with board books for babies and moving up to picture books for adults. Examples include authors and books that are sure to pique the interest of any reader.