Making a Board Book - Evaluation of finished images

Evaluation of Finished images

I am really happy with the finished images.  They are quite simple, but the looser background makes them textured without being too cluttered.  I prefer them without the text , and I know I need to consider the text more as I'm composing a page, particularly when thinking of a book this size, but I’m happy with the way the text moves around the page.

I think the images are quite accessible to small children.  They are colourful, and the spaceships have details that don’t distract too much but add interest for that audience.   They were quite quick to work through, and I think they look lively as a result.  The aliens are a cheerful bunch, and leave their friends to go to bed smiling and happy, which should please parents!  The Moon is a background type of character – in other books I’ve imagined, he is always a silent presence, like a non-interfering adult, letting Little Star carry the plot. 

I'm pleased with the way the toys and the book go togetheras an early reading experience for a small child.  I would love to make a bunch of different coloured aliens to sit together on a shelf with the book.