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Title: Almost unreadable because of downsized type
Review: This is a comment on the new "compact" edition of Selina Hastings' Children's Illustrated Bible. I have used the original, full-sized edition with older kids for many years. It's been especially useful in helping older children who have had little exposure to church or Bible do some learning before they are baptized.Recently I ordered 4 copies of the compact edition. It turns out that the type is so small as to be almost unreadable, even for children. The body copy is printed in 7 point type--smaller than phone book text type. The type in the notes under the illustrations and photos is 5 point. This tiny typeface will discourage most children from reading, especially those that are not eager readers to begin with. It will also make it hard for parents to read with their children.I returned the copies I ordered.Rev. Susan Grant RosenCharlestown, New Hampshire
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