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2024-11-12

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Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): Climate Literacy in Education

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Visual Stories as Educational Tools:

Multimodal Discourse Analysis of Children’s Picture Books on Environmental Awareness

Wenyan Yang

University of Massachusetts Amherst

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24926/cle.v2i2.6285

Keywords: Multimodal Discourse Analysis, Water Protection, Picture Books, Education for Sustainable Development

Abstract

This study explores the efficacy of children's picture books in communicating complex environmental issues to young audiences, focusing on We Are Water Protectors and Autumn Peltier, Water Warrior. These books utilize the approach of Multimodal Discourse Analysis, to explore how pictures engage and educate about water protection. Through a detailed examination of interactions within these books and with readers, this article highlights how visual narratives can effectively evoke emotional responses and foster environmental awareness among young readers. The findings suggest that such visual narratives not only enhance understanding of sustainability challenges but also serve as powerful tools for social change, inspiring activism, and cultural engagement.

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