How wordless picturebooks can lead children to think critically
Lina Iordanaki
Lina introduces her students to the unique world of wordless picturebooks. She has observed the excitement and engagement of 11-year-olds as they explore stories told solely through images. An interesting classroom discussion arose from the book Journey by Aaron Becker, with students debating the gender of the protagonists who was portrayed neutrally. This led to a rich conversation about stereotypes and critical thinking. Lina found that wordless picturebooks fostered collaboration and deeper analysis, allowing students to express their ideas freely and confidently.
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“As a passionate reader myself, I really enjoy and encourage my students to explore, and I am always keen to introduce them to a variety of books and genres. I am a big fan of picturebooks and more specifically wordless picturebooks.”
Lina Iordanaki
Lina Iordanaki
Lina Iordanaki (PhD) began her career as a primary school teacher in Greece before transitioning to academia, where she specialises in children’s picture books and visual literacy. Her PhD research focused on how children in Greece and England interpret wordless picture books. Lina has worked in both Greek and English schools, contributed to educational programs, and presented at international conferences. She remains passionate about education, now conducting research at University College London on e-accessibility and online learning, while also collaborating on teacher training initiatives.
Lina Iordanaki