Children's Preferences for Format Factors in Books.

Weiss, Maria J.

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Publication Date: 1982-Jan

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Children's Preferences for Format Factors in Books.

Weiss, Maria J.

Reading Teacher, v35 n4 p400-06 Jan 1982

A study of children's preferences in book format factors revealed that children are not as concerned with the eye appeal of materials as they are with order and a desire to avoid confusion when reading. Suggests that designers place illustrations at the top or bottom of a page. (FL)

Descriptors: Childhood Attitudes, Design Preferences, Elementary Education, Grade 3, Grade 6, Illustrations, Layout (Publications), Reading Materials

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Language: English

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