Picturebooks are often introduced to children by parents and teachers to spark an early interest in reading. Besides an educational value, for many young and old, there is a sentimental value placed upon certain books, as well. This is the case for Corduroy by Don Freeman (as both author and illustrator) and myself. Published in 1968, the tale follows a stuffed bear with a missing button and his adventures through a department store. Corduroy, like other picturebooks, possesses some unique artistic choices in its production and composition. The physical book comes in several different sizes. The book I used to complete this assignment is a miniature board book, is 6 x 0.8 x 5 inches, and rectangular in shape. I also remember my kindergarten