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The paper asserts that picture books by Maurice Sendak deserve evaluation and consideration for use in every pre-kindergarten to third grade classroom because her illustrations reflect the story, enhance the plot, and can be a learning tool. The paper specifically evaluates "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Little Bear's Friends".

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"What role does the artist play in picture books? Are illustrations important? How should picture books be evaluated? These are important questions considering the role that picture books play in the lives of children. Picture books play an important role in most children's lives beginning as early as the fetus in the mother's womb and continuing through the third grade or beyond. It is important to look at the story elements, text, and illustrations when evaluating picture books. Picture books by Maurice Sendak or illustrations in picture books by her deserve evaluation and consideration for use in every classroom where..."

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