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BfK 109 March 1998

March 1, 1998/in /by Richard Hill

This issue’s cover is from David McKee’s new picture book, Elmer Plays Hide-and-Seek. David McKee is interviewed by Julia Eccleshare. Thanks to Andersen Press and Random Century for help in producing this March cover.

Articles

Editorial 109: March 1998
News and comment from the Editor.
Elmer at Thirty
David McKee interviewed by Julia Eccleshare.
Volunteer Reading Help
Judy Taylor Hough on how Volunteer Reading Help can support young readers.
The History of Children’s Books, No.6: The Years of Challenge
John Rowe Townsend brings the story up to the present day.
Authorgraph No.109: Jill Paton Walsh
Jill Paton Walsh interviewed by Stephanie Nettell.
BfK News: March 1998
News * Events * Best Seller Charts * Publications * Awards * Obituary
I Wish I’d Written: Jan Mark
Jan Mark on William Mayne’s A Swarm in May
Obituary: Geoffrey Trease
Rosemary Stones writes...
From the Beginning: How to Enjoy Books with Your Child
Myra Barrs and Sue Ellis suggest lots of practical ways for parents and carers to enjoy sharing books with young children.
Classics in Short No.8: Charlotte’s Web
Helen Levene on E B White's Charlotte's Web.

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