**Have you ever looked at a picture in a children’s book and discovered something new the second time?**

That is the magic of **Anthony Browne**, one of Britain’s most celebrated children’s authors and illustrators.

His books are not just stories to read. They are pictures to explore, puzzles to solve and little worlds waiting to be discovered.

In *Gorilla*, a young girl’s love for gorillas becomes a touching story about loneliness and family. In *Willy the Wimp*, a gentle chimpanzee learns about confidence and courage. And in *Voices in the Park*, one simple outing becomes four different stories, depending on who is telling it.

### Why are pictures so important?

Children often understand pictures before they can read words confidently.

Browne uses this wonderful ability to make reading an adventure. A strange shadow, an unusual face or a tiny detail in the background can tell us something the words never say.

His illustrations encourage children to -look carefully, ask questions, use their imagination and talk about feelings

For Sri Lankan children learning English, this is especially useful. Pictures help them understand unfamiliar words, follow the story and enjoy reading without needing to know every word.

And here is something wonderful: parents and children can explore the same picture and discover completely different things!

### Discover Anthony Browne at Lanka Books Online

At Lanka Books Online- we believe a good children’s book should do more than teach words. It should open young minds to imagination, curiosity and discovery.

That is why we are delighted to have Anthony Browne’s books on our website.

Explore our collection of UK-imported books and introduce your child to a storyteller who proves that sometimes **a picture can tell a thousand stories**.

Visit www.lankabooksonline.com