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There are many books that are suggested and given to the committee for the Caldecott award, but only the picture books that bring a story to life with original and provoking illustrations are acknowledged to receive such a distinguished award. The illustrations of books open doors for creativity and imagination while simultaneously exposing the children down new avenues of literacy, vocabulary and language. I believe that illustrator of Owl Moon, John
Schoenherr, has managed to create simple yet beautiful images for this story while simultaneously complimenting the rich literary text, making it very worthy of the coveted
Caldecott award.
The children’s picture book, Owl Moon, portrays many characteristics of a Caldecott deserving picture book.

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