How Barbara Carroll Roberts Turned 800 Pages of History Into a Picture Book

https://barbaracarrollroberts.com/ Barbara Carroll Roberts discusses her nonfiction picture book 'When George Washington Bowed to the New Nation' and the significance of George Washington's relinquishing of power. She shares insights on writing nonfiction for children, the impact of historical figures, and the role of literature in guiding complex conversations with young readers. Takeaways Nonfiction picture books for children are written with a focus on engaging older children (second through fourth grade) and conveying factual information in a narrative format. The significance of George Washington's relinquishing of power and the establishment of democracy is a powerful and inspirational message for young readers, prompting discussions on the importance of power and governance. Literature for young readers serves as a tool for guiding complex conversations and allowing children to form their own conclusions through open-ended questions and discussions. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to 'When George Washington Bowed to the New Nation' 03:02 Writing Nonfiction Picture Books for Children 08:01 The Impact of Historical Figures on Young Readers 17:57 Creating a Narrative in Nonfiction Picture Books 21:03 Barbara Carroll Roberts: The Writer and Her Work