5 Picture Books with Stunning Illustrations

5 Picture Books with Stunning Illustrations

Whether it be classics like The Very Hungry Caterpillar or modern gems such as The Great Realisation, picture books have always been a fantastic, engaging way to tell stories. Here are a few of our favourites that are perfect for kids of all ages.

The Rock from the Sky by Jon Klassen

A hilarious meditation on the workings of friendship, fate, shared futuristic visions, and that funny feeling you get that there’s something off somewhere, but you just can’t put your finger on it. Merging broad visual suspense with wry wit and existential silliness, celebrated picture-book creator Jon Klassen gives us a wholly original comedy for the ages.

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of The Rock from the Sky here. 

The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle

The Very Hungry Caterpillar has been enchanting generations of toddlers for over forty years. Now you can share this enduring story in a brand new big board book format, perfect for the home, library or nursery classroom.

Ages 0+

Buy a copy of The Very Hungry Caterpillar here.

Where The Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak

Sendak’s much-loved favourite, a best-seller and an acknowledged classic of twentieth-century children’s picture books. Max tames the wild things and crowns himself as their king, and then the wild rumpus begins! But when Max has sent the monsters to bed, and everything is quiet, he starts to feel lonely and realises it is time to sail home to the place where someone loves him best of all.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of Where the Wild Things Are here.

Where the Forest Meets the Sea by Jeannie Baker

A boy and his father travel in their boat, ‘Time Machine’ to a stretch of beach beside a primordial tropical rainforest. As the boy walks among the trees he imagines the forest as it might have been in the past. This book is perfect to use in the classroom for discussing Australian conservation and environment issues or to use as part of the visual literacy component.

Ages 5+

Buy a copy of Where Forest Meets the Sea here.

The Great Realisation by Tomos Roberts, illustrated by Nomoco

First performed in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, Tomos Roberts’ inspiring poem, with its message of hope and resilience, has been viewed over 60 million times and translated into over 20 languages worldwide. From simple acts of kindness, to the creativity within us all, The Great Realisation is a celebration of the many things that have brought us together at a time of crisis. It captures, with magical resonance, the thoughts and feelings of millions worldwide as we adapt to a new way of life, cast aside old habits and reflect on what truly matters to us. It is a story for all readers, young or old, who dare to dream of a fairer, kinder, more loving world.

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of The Great Realisation here.

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