The Tale Tellers’ Tussle

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is a learning tool designed to help students understand the different roles of an author and an illustrator in the creation of books. It presents a series of statements and asks students to identify whether the author or the illustrator is responsible for each task. By presenting this in a comparison format, the worksheet encourages students to think critically about the separate but collaborative contributions of authors and illustrators.

The worksheet is trying to teach students about the distinct contributions that authors and illustrators make to the books they love. It highlights that while authors are typically responsible for the text and the story, illustrators bring the story to life with visuals. The activity seeks to clarify misconceptions by emphasizing that both authors and illustrators play significant roles in the storytelling process and that they can sometimes overlap. Ultimately, it teaches that creating a book is often a collaborative effort, and understanding each person’s role enhances the appreciation of literature and art.