The Art and Craft of Children’s Picture Books
Some books are read once and forgotten.
Others become treasured companions that children ask for again and again. They spark imagination, comfort difficult emotions, inspire curiosity, and create memories that last a lifetime.
What makes these books so special?
Join renowned early childhood education expert, literacy advocate, and developer of the Arau Approach, Dr. Bustam Kamri, for a unique series of workshops and talks that explore the art, science, and craft behind great children’s picture books.
Whether you are a parent, educator, writer, illustrator, librarian, publisher, designer, or simply someone who loves children’s literature, this series offers valuable insights into how stories, pictures, and books shape childhood.
✨ Topics include:
📖 Understanding the structure of picture books
✍️ Writing stories that children remember
🎨 The art of visual storytelling and illustration
💡 Finding and developing your creative voice
❤️ Creating books that children return to again and again
Programme Schedule
📚 Workshop 1: That’s the Wrong Book!
25 July 2026
🎤 Talk 1: Stories Children Can’t Put Down
8 August 2026
📚 Workshop 2: You Can Create
22 August 2026
🎤 Talk 2: You Are a Picture Book Illustrator
12 September 2026
📚 Workshop 3: Read to Me
26 September 2026
📍 Venue: TheBase, Subang Jaya
🎤 Talks are FREE
📝 Workshops may be attended individually or as a complete series package.
In an age where children are surrounded by screens and distractions, picture books remain one of the most powerful tools for nurturing language, imagination, empathy, and a lifelong love of learning.
Come explore how great picture books are created—and perhaps begin creating one of your own.
📲 Scan the QR code on the poster to register.
Please help us share this opportunity with parents, teachers, writers, illustrators, librarians, publishers, and anyone passionate about children’s books.