Published: 12:59, July 19, 2022 | Updated: 12:58, July 19, 2022
Picture book on art history to debut at HK book fair
By Wang Zhan

This photo shows the cover of Bedtime Stories: Art History, a picture book created and presented by VDO English. (PHOTO / CHINA DAILY)

HONG KONG - A picture book, created and presented by VDO English – the education brand of China Daily Hong Kong – is making its debut at the Hong Kong Book Fair 2022, slated to open on Wednesday.

The pictorial, Bedtime Stories: Art History, is intended to explain arts in simple terms, and instill artistic appreciation among children and adult readers

The pictorial, Bedtime Stories: Art History, is intended to explain arts in simple terms, and instill artistic appreciation among children and adult readers.

Published by Commercial Press (HK) Ltd, this high-concept multimedia work strives to deliver vivid visual expressions and fascinating storytelling.

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By scanning the QR code printed on the book, readers can access the publication’s e-version, where they can watch videos, practice oral pronunciation and learn English expression of artistic knowledge to improve artistic literacy and proficiency in English. It’s not only a good gift for children, but also a primer for adults interested in arts and aesthetics.

The weeklong book fair, to be held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, runs from July 20 to 26.

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VDO English will have booths at the fair – 1E-A04, 1E-A10 and 1D-D12. A special 20-percent discount will be offered for all purchases on-site.