1. Checklist for Evaluating Picture Books
All Picture Books Nonfiction
 The language is rich, with  Text and illustrations are
interesting words used in accurate.
interesting ways.  Text and illustrations are
 Illustrations are organized in an
artistically excellent. appropriate manner.
 Text and illustrations are
attractive and show verve
and style.
Fiction Poetry and Song
 Text and illustrations  The language is lyrical.
establish the mood,  Illustrations match the
setting, characters, and feeling established by the
theme of the story. text.
 Illustrations expand on
the story appropriately.
 Layout and design are
visually appealing.