Description
Signs and symbols are all around us.
With a single glance, they direct us to bathrooms, represent mathematical concepts like pi and can communicate what religion a person belongs to. Without using words, symbols can help humans connect, stay safe and express who we are. They can bring up feelings, cut through language barriers and spread ideas that people may agree or disagree with. To be truly useful, a symbol has to be understood instantly by as many people, cultures and ages as possible. That means we need to start learning and interpreting different symbols as early as we can.
In Beyond Words, explore different kinds of powerful symbols and their context throughout history. Understanding more about symbols can help us to better understand one another. In a world where symbols speak volumes, let’s all make heart hands.
The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Author Bio
Heather Camlot is an editor and translator who has written for The Globe and Mail, The New York Times, and Canadian Living, among others. She lives in Toronto.
Biographical note
Heather Camlot is an award-winning children’s author, journalist, editor and translator. She has written several fiction and nonfiction books for young people that touch on themes of social justice, diversity and misinformation, including Clutch, The Prisoner and the Writer and What If Soldiers Fought with Pillows?. Originally from Montreal, Heather lives in Toronto with her family.
Mayi Mosaver is a visual artist, illustrator and animator. She is interested in telling stories about life, people and nature, encouraging viewers to reflect on their surroundings. Her work often explores environmental issues and invites the audience to consider their role in creating positive change. She enjoys using vibrant and earthy colours in her art, with yellow as a recurring presence in her work. Mayi currently lives in Calgary.
