Honors Projects

Abstract

When first looking at a children’s book, it appears to be a simple creative project. However, when one finds out the components that go into making one, it becomes clear that simplicity is deceiving. Research, ideation, rough drafts, and scripts are just a few of the necessary components for the finished product, and each one of these components can take multiple days or weeks to complete. This essay is a reflection on my experience of creating a picture book in one semester as I attempt to answer the questions “What if the most efficient process for creating a children's picture book is within a semester and outside of the industry standard of one to two years?” and “How can one create a children’s book that is both entertaining and educational, while encouraging kids to be themselves?” I also provide challenges and solutions I found so that I may provide guidance for anyone else wishing to make a picture book.

Department

English

Major

Ecology and Conservation Biology

Second Major

Ecology and Conservation Biology

First Advisor

Amanda Rzicznek

First Advisor Department

English

Second Advisor

Dr. Mason Murphy

Second Advisor Department

Biological Sciences

Publication Date

Spring 4-24-2025

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