When is the International Children's Book Day?

Each mother, from birth, instills in her child a love of literature. Babies are not yet able to distinguish words that their nurse says, but are able to react to bright colors, as well as illustrations.

Acquaintance with the book begins with pictures, and in the future mothers help to learn the alphabet, and the kids immerse themselves in stories from fairy tales, as in a whirlpool with the head. Therefore, it is from children's literature that the cognition of the world, its multifacetedness and the formation of the intellect of the future adult man begins.

Very many writers work in this direction. In addition to classical children's literature, there are many contemporary works that are of no less interest to a young audience. But how to keep abreast of the latest products?

The answer is very simple - note the International Children's Book Day. During the festival, libraries organize exhibitions and presentations of the latest literature. But this is not all that is remarkable about this holiday.

Imprint of the 19th century

"The Ugly Duckling", "The New Dress of the King", "Wild Swans" - Hans Christian Andersen's well-known fairy tales. It was he who prompted the German writer Jelle Lepman to raise the question of starting to celebrate a holiday called "International Children's Book Day."

Since 1967 it was timed to the presentation of the H.H. Andersen Prize.

The canons of history

Let's talk about what is the Children's Book Day. The history of the holiday originates from the past centuries. In order to understand the origins, it is worth looking into the past.

In the historical period of time the makings of the Children's Book Day date back to the 15th century, when writers entered the elite of society and had an impact on the mass audience. First of all, it was for young parents who aspired to add in any way to strict methods of education a little something interesting and desirable.

At that time in England the first books were printed , and literature became popular. The first publisher in those years was William Kekston. With the help at that time of modern print media, he published Aesop's Fables in English, as well as the animal epic The Romance of the Fox.

Closer by the 17th century, the Puritan upbringing gained popularity, and it all boiled down to reading one Bible.

The period of prosperity of children's literature

The holiday "Children's Book Day" would never have happened if in the 19th century the emphasis was not on "free" education, which included not only reading the scriptures, but also reading stories that were instructive in nature.

In this period, it should be noted the brilliant writer Lewis Carroll, who was able to enter the soul of the kids with the help of his extraordinary stories. He wrote the book "The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland" (1865) and "Alice Through the Looking Glass" (1872).

Also popular were children's adventure books, one of the most prominent representatives of this genre was Robert Stephenson with his novels Treasure Island (1883), The Strange History of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1986), The Master of Ballantra.

Oscar Wilde 20 years later published two collections of fairy tales for boys: "The Happy Prince and Other Stories" (1888), "The Pomegranate House" (1891). These books were written for the most precious people in his life - two sons.

The Frenchman Jules Verne and his most magnificent novels, "Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea" (1870), "Around the World in 80 Days" (1872), "Fifteen-year-old Captain" (1878) and others, have undoubtedly contributed to the genre of children's literature. .

Soviet achievements

Since 1967, the International Day of the Children's Book has opened up new opportunities for writers who seek to bring their creation to the audience. Thanks to the award in honor of the Danish poet, on this holiday many writers and people of creativity put their own creations on display. The received award thereby gives a good push in the creative career and causes great confidence in potential buyers.

In 1976, they awarded the medal to the illustrator Tatyana Mavrinova, but not only she distinguished herself by her achievements, our compatriots became diplomats in many nominations and distinguished themselves by their individual approach to child psychology. These people became Soviet pioneers who enabled the next generation of their colleagues to advance in the industry of children's literature.

European Initiative

No International Children's Book Day passes without significant investment, since without them a holiday can not take place. From year to year the sponsors of this event are the representatives of IBBY.

European organizers every year tend to make something new, change the subject and invite artists to create a new logo.

Day of children's desires

The events that open the International Day of Children's Book are very diverse, but those moments that have long become a tradition, namely: holding various exhibitions, performances, conferences, festivals, fairs, actions, competitions, are also standard. G. H. Andersen.

Also for children and parents show different scenes, work animators, there is a bunch of sweets that bribe kids and adults.

From year to year young writers try themselves in the realm of this literature, try to observe new tendencies and pre-conduct polls in order to learn the preferences of a modern audience. Since most children can not accurately describe what they want, here the main lovers of the product are parents with their preferences.

International Children's Day 2015

To plunge into the world of childhood and remember the carefree past will help this wonderful holiday, which will move us to those moments of life that have long been forgotten or hardly remembered.

April 2 - Children's Book Day. All interested persons will be able to visit festivals in their city, where novelties will be presented. In the regional cities, poets and writers will attend the exhibitions, who will talk with all those who wish, tell about innovations, what they will be useful for your child.

As it is already warm in April, many events take place in an open area, which allows not only to enjoy the holiday activities, but also is a useful walk. Children will have the opportunity to entertain themselves with fairy-tale heroes, and curious parents will be able to participate in promotions and competitions.

Note each talent

The International Children's Book Day (2015) will also provide an opportunity for young artists and illustrators to demonstrate their talents and make the work public. On this day at fairs and exhibitions special contests for such unusual kids will be held.

Boys and girls who, despite their young age, start writing their own works or short rhymes, can contact the organizers of the contest to demonstrate their small creations. Of course, every child will be seen, and if he does not win, he will receive an encouraging and pleasant prize.

For detailed information, contact the cultural centers of your city, and even in inclement weather, a bright childhood holiday will knock on the window, and memories will flood with new strength, and cares will go to the background.

Do not be afraid to dream, and life will become brighter!