NPJ Sci Learn September 2020 PMID 33083007

Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers.

Cassondra M Eng, Karrie E Godwin, Anna V Fisher

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9
Peak: 4 in Oct 2020
across 4 sources since Sep 2020

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Sep 2020 – Jan 2024

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What people are saying

The overall sentiment leans strongly towards agreement, as posts frequently endorse the study’s conclusions with words like 'I believe it!' and reference their own children's experiences. The tone is generally supportive and curious, reflecting an acknowledgment of the importance of reducing unnecessary illustrations for effective reading, which underscores the publication's perceived importance and potential influence in educational practices.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions support the idea that simplifying illustrations benefits young readers, with many posts emphasizing their personal experiences or support for the findings.

InterestModerate interest

Interest is moderate as users find the topic relevant but do not delve deeply into methodological debates, showing curiosity without intense engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show some engagement through sharing personal anecdotes and quoting research titles, but lack detailed analysis or critical discussion.

ImpactHigh impact

There is a strong sense that the publication could influence reading practices, with phrases like 'interesting work' and the mention of literacy improvements highlighting its potential significance.

Abstract in brief

  • Removing extraneous illustrations in children's storybooks helps improve their attention to the text and enhances reading comprehension.
  • Eye-tracking data showed that children looked away from the main text more often when there were unnecessary pictures, which negatively affected their understanding.
  • Overall, simplifying illustrations makes reading easier for young children and supports their literacy development.]

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Gabrielle Ahern
@SaltyWaveBlue · X

#BehindThePaper Coming up ... Cassondra Eng, Anna Fisher & Karrie Godwin discuss their latest research with #npjSciLearn @Nature_NPJ “Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers.” https://t.co/NwoAyqA9CB Join us!

Nov 4, 2020 · 2 likes · 907 followers View post →
Jose Afonso Furtado
@jafurtado · X

Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers, by Cassondra M. Eng, Karrie E. Godwin & Anna V. Fisher [via Pedro De Bruyckere @thebandb]/ @Nature_NPJ | npj Science of Learning https://t.co/S9cnnKy4RC

Sep 29, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,326 followers View post →
npj Journals
@Nature_NPJ · X

Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers. #npjscilearn https://t.co/YF0pNxWyf7 https://t.co/2RM4yd5JZf

Oct 30, 2020 · 1 like · 9,075 followers View post →
Kelly Dunn
@kellyinhk · X

I believe it! My 5yo still uses picture cues actively for support and if there’s too much going on she gets distracted! Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers | npj Science of Learning https://t.co/cB06CKBO7R

Oct 13, 2020 · 1 like · 953 followers View post →
Jordana King
@jordana_king · X

RT @jafurtado: Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers, by Cassondra M. E…

Sep 29, 2020 · 1 share · 613 followers View post →
Neil Cohn
@neilcohn.bsky.social · Bluesky

This paper examines reduction of "extraneous illustrations" in picture books to enhance literacy: "Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers" Interesting work, but I have one quibble... https://rdcu.be/b7NXz

Sep 28, 2020 · 1 share View post →

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Gabrielle Ahern
@SaltyWaveBlue · X

#BehindThePaper Coming up ... Cassondra Eng, Anna Fisher & Karrie Godwin discuss their latest research with #npjSciLearn @Nature_NPJ “Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers.” https://t.co/NwoAyqA9CB Join us!

Nov 4, 2020 · 2 likes · 907 followers View post →
npj Journals
@Nature_NPJ · X

Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers. #npjscilearn https://t.co/YF0pNxWyf7 https://t.co/2RM4yd5JZf

Oct 30, 2020 · 1 like · 9,075 followers View post →
Kelly Dunn
@kellyinhk · X

I believe it! My 5yo still uses picture cues actively for support and if there’s too much going on she gets distracted! Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers | npj Science of Learning https://t.co/cB06CKBO7R

Oct 13, 2020 · 1 like · 953 followers View post →
Jordana King
@jordana_king · X

RT @jafurtado: Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers, by Cassondra M. E…

Sep 29, 2020 · 1 share · 613 followers View post →
Jose Afonso Furtado
@jafurtado · X

Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers, by Cassondra M. Eng, Karrie E. Godwin & Anna V. Fisher [via Pedro De Bruyckere @thebandb]/ @Nature_NPJ | npj Science of Learning https://t.co/S9cnnKy4RC

Sep 29, 2020 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,326 followers View post →
Neil Cohn
@neilcohn.bsky.social · Bluesky

This paper examines reduction of "extraneous illustrations" in picture books to enhance literacy: "Keep it simple: streamlining book illustrations improves attention and comprehension in beginning readers" Interesting work, but I have one quibble... https://rdcu.be/b7NXz

Sep 28, 2020 · 1 share View post →
Too many pictures hinder young kids' reading - Futurity
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