Today, the “3 apples” children's Literature sector of TEAS Press Publishing House has held presentation of over 20 children’s books.
APA reports that the presented children’s books have been translated and designed by the creative team of TEAS Press.
Perception levels on a number of genres and age groups have been taken into consideration while publishing of these books. The books have been published in Turkey in accordance with the European standards. Well-known American writer and illustrator, 5 illustrated books of the most the famous author of children’s literature Mo Willems have been translated into Azerbaijani language.
M. Willems was a script-writer and animator before author of children’s literature: “Willems spent nine years as a script-writer and animator for Sesame Street. He was six-time Emmy winner. He made a promo for Cartoon Network and animating the opening for a show on Nickelodeon. TEAS Press invited M. Willems to the presentation as a special guest. M. Willems will teach master class to the Azerbaijani young writers, animators and publishers specialized on children’s literature.
At the event were presented four books of the famous English writer and illustrator David McKean. In addition, were presented the book "Ricky" and "Max" Dutch writer and illustrator Guido van Heynektin. “TEAS Press” in conjunction with the publishing house "Klavus" belonging to the author, presented the toys "Ricky".
Also, were held presentation of children's books from the series "My first classical work". Another series of books received from the publishing house "Capstone" called "My favorite joy." Publisher also provided to readers on the older series of "Ghostbusters" Jeff Gunhusa. Series "My first classical work" also refers to this audience. Included are works of "Anne of Green Gables," "The Black Stallion" and "The Secret Garden."
Addressing the meeting, head of children's literature "3 apples" publishing house "TEAS Press" Colin McDonnell said that positive emotions people have created in her belief that publishing house has implemented important work: "It is thanks to" TEAS Press "progressive step taken in connection children's literature in Azerbaijan. We selected translated books that develop children's interest in reading. We are confident that these books will help parents at home to encourage children reading skills. Parents should be every day, without exception, to read children books. Our slogan also says "Let us read, let's share. '"
Founder and Chairman of TEAS Tale Heydarov noted that it is planned to quality translate foreign academic publications into Azerbaijani. "We are trying to promote Azerbaijan abroad. A branch of the publishing house established in Turkey. First 40 books on literature, culture and history of Azerbaijan translated into Turkish and ready for publication. Publishing priority is to achieve significant changes in the field of children's literature in the country. In the words of the national leader Heydar Aliyev, the future of the people depends on the education of the younger generation. Children's literature plays an important role in the implementation of this sacred duty. Therefore, decided to publish the best of children's literature, as well as to translate and publish the best examples of the world of children's literature. From this point of view at the publishing house established a department of children's books titled "3 apples" - an expression used in the end of Azerbaijani tales. Today, we can proudly say that the department of children's literature "3 apples" publishing house "TEAS Press" represents more than 20 books. "
Concerning translated books, Tale Heydarov noted that Elmer - the hero of modern children's stories D. Makkinli is the most recognizable and beloved character: "This year is the 25th anniversary of" Elmer ". The event in Azerbaijan is timed to this event."
Tale Heydarov noted that the publishing house "TEAS Press" will introduce children to the best samples of the world of children's literature: "We are ready to cooperate with all the authors of works of children's literature."
The famous American writer and illustrator M. Williams noted in his speech that the arrival in Baku was his big dream. He then informed the audience about his work and answered their questions.