A Conversation on Beauty, Ugliness, and Illustrations

Join Charity's conversation with Jennifer Kehoe as they discuss children's book illustrations. Why is it important that illustrations are beautiful? What are some of the features that help us recognize whether something is beautiful or not? What are ingredients of artisianship that make for to great illustrations? When it comes to children's books Charity and Jennifer wonder if "ugly" has to equal "funny"? They also discuss if every book must be beautiful. Best of all, Jennifer names many excellent illustrator/artists who can provide your children with a feast of beauty.Enjoy this sumptuous list of beautiful books! Print the list of illustrators + extra suggestions!Sir Roger Scruton on Why Beauty Mattersand What is Beauty and Why We Need ItFind quick book recommendations by following Charity on Instagram.Enjoy essays on the Bright Wings' blog OR find great book lists personally crafted with you in mind!

Om Podcasten

How do you know a good book when you see it? What books are really worth reading? The purpose of this conversation is to help mothers and fathers identify books that will liberate their children to embrace truth, goodness, and beauty. We’ll be pondering questions of life and lifestyle as we seek to become people who live deeply and read deeply, drawing our children into the adventure of reading and living.