How do pictures and words help children imagine the world anew?
In this episode of Podcast or Perish, I talk with Dr. Alison Halsall, Associate Professor of Humanities at York University. She researches children’s literature, comics, and graphic novels, tracing how visual storytelling shapes childhood imagination and social awareness. We explore the artistry of the illustrated page and its power to teach empathy and wonder.
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Full transcript, photos, and related resources:
https://www.podcastorperish.ca/episodes/episode-045-alison-halsall
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