Presentation 27 May 2021 (Thu) 1:30pm – 2:30pm SGT

The Urge of Local Dialect and Local Language Use in Children Picture Books to Promote Tolerance and Cultural Recognition

Yulia Loekito // Moderator: Alexander Coupe

When was the last time you read a children’s picture book written in its country’s local language and dialect? This session explores some examples from Indonesia. The speakers will also discuss why authors should be encouraged to write children picture books in the local language of their countries, and how to include local dialect in these stories. If you are a children’s picture book writer, this session is perfect for you, with tips for how you can enrich your narrative!