Please judge a book by its cover
Estimated reading time: 4 minutes
How many times have we been told that true beauty lies within? When we talk about books, however, this is not entirely true. Moved by the need to catch readers’ attention, book designers can create real masterpieces.
A good cover creates an instantaneous connection between a book and its audience. It is a door that invites readers to get in and discover the story inside. Like the two sides of a coin, the outside and the inside of a book are a whole. This is what makes acquisitions interesting. Whereas a good translation is enough for the text, book covers require extra attention. They have their own language that is not based on words only. There are so many other aspects to consider: images, layout, colors… How can we “translate” book covers?
Our partners face this challenge daily, and we can be more proud of the incredible solutions they come up with. Sometimes they create different designs, and sometimes they only adapt the title to their language. Either way, it is always a pleasure to see how the books we represent travel around the world.
Today we embark on a journey to Asia. If you want to join us, please scroll through and enjoy this selection of children’s books translated into Korean and Chinese.
Don't Be Afraid to Drop
By National Center For Youth Issues
Way up in the sky, Hopp the raindrop is scared of change. Hopp loves playing with his friends, riding on clouds, and being happy with his safe, predictable life. But he soon learns that staying where he is limits the impact he can have on those around him.
"You have so many gifts to share with the world,
so many dreams to live.
Take a chance little man, let go of this cloud.
Discover the ways you can give."
How to Crack Your Peanut
By National Center For Youth Issues
Diego doesn’t understand why he always seems to lose his temper and lash out at people. With the help of his counselor, Dr. B, Diego learns that the reason he acts the way he does is because of a peanut-shaped part of his brain called the amygdala. Once he discovers how his brain works, Diego understands why his body feels out of control when he is angry or overwhelmed. This gentle introduction to emotion regulation will help children realize they are not bad kids who make bad choices. They are good kids who can learn to control their emotions and make better choices, no matter the situation.
THE MATH KIDS (Book series)
By Common Deer Press
The Triangle Secret
It's their riskiest adventure ever! When FBI Special Agent Carlson is kidnapped while investigating the plane crash of Willard Howell, an eccentric billionaire inventor, the Math Kids spring into action. If Catherine, Stephanie, Justin, and Jordan can figure out the Great Triangle mentioned in Howell's will, they might just uncover who's behind the crash and Agent Carlson's kidnapping—if they don't get caught themselves!
An Unusual Pattern
The Math Kids are at it again! When their new friend, Special Agent Carlson, asks them to take a look at a cryptic poem written by a dying bank robber, they know they will need all of their math skills to crack the case. The poem isn't their only problem, though. Their favorite school janitor is fired for stealing from student lockers. Jordan, Stephanie, Justin, and Catherine will need math, bravery, and a little bit of luck if they hope to solve the bank robbery case and get Old Mike his job back.
Stick Up for Yourself!
By Free Spirit Publishing, an imprint of Teacher Created Materials, Inc.
Using simple words and real-life examples, this book shows kids how to be assertive with other kids and with adults. Kids will learn to feel better about themselves, stronger and more secure inside, and more in charge of their lives. They’ll read about effective ways to deal with intense feelings and to build self-esteem and self-confidence. In addition, they’ll learn strategies for building inner security to cope with powerlessness and uncertainty and discover ways of protecting themselves when using social media.
LANGUAGE IS FUN (Book series)
By Familus
The Little I Who Lost His Dot (Vol. 1)
Little i can't wait to meet his friends at school, but there's just one problem: he can't find his dot anywhere? Each letter offers a replacement--an acorn from Little a, a balloon from Little b, a clock from Little c--but nothing seems quite right. Adorable illustrations teach alphabet letters and sounds with a surprising and satisfying ending to Little i's search.
The Day Punctuation Came to Town (Vol. 2)
There's a new family in town: the Punctuations! When Exclamation Point, Question Mark, Period, and Comma join the letters at school, they form words like Wow! and Why? and Yes. But Comma isn't sure where he belongs. He just seems to get in the way. Is he really important?
The Mighty Silent e! (Vol. 3)
Little e is sure he could be a hero—he even has the cape to prove it! But at school, he is so quiet, he just doesn’t stand out. That is, until one day when Little e doesn’t show up to class. The other letters don’t even notice he’s gone at first, but when c, a, and k try to form a word for dessert, they realize that no matter what they do, they can’t make it work. The whole class is in an uproar! Without their silent friend, what are they going to do? Will Little e finally get his chance to come to the rescue?
Me and You and the Universe
By Free Spirit Publishing, an imprint of Teacher Created Materials, Inc.
A journey from the minuscule to the massive teaches readers the importance of connecting with themselves, with others, and with nature. Bringing together the worlds of SEL and STEM, this calming and colorful picture book guides the reader to understand the beauty of how we are all connected. By taking the reader on a journey from the minuscule to the massive, Me and You and the Universe fosters an appreciation for nature and our world’s ecology.
My Magical Words
By Free Kids Press
What we say we feel! What we feel we believe! What we believe we become! Have you ever heard your child say, “I am bad at it! Nobody likes me. I can't do it!” It's heartbreaking to hear children say negative things about themselves, but ALL children struggle with learning to manage emotions. And now you can help! My Magical Words is the experience children need to grow self-love and build confidence.
