Hm.

[conuly]

I have a theory about why some picture books are acclaimed and others aren't (beyond the obvious of publicity), but... before I go into my theory, I thought it'd be good to get some confirmation of my idea from... well, youse guys.

So, questions. What pictures books did you enjoy when you were under four or so? Which ones did you enjoy during your later childhood, such as it is? Which picture books did you not grow up with, but enjoy now? Links are helpful, por favor.

Edit: An explanation as to why you liked a book (the rhyme, the story, the pictures) is good, as is talking about books you hated or books kids you know liked.

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A lot of my favorites have already been mentioned, but I have a couple to add.

Goodnight Moon - this was my absolute favorite book for a long time. I would insist my mother read it to me every night and I would find the mouse on every page.

The Very Hungry Caterpiller - self explanatory.

Anything by Beatrix Potter

The Paddington Bear series

Any pop up book. I loved pop up books.