The Writer

Picture the Book • SHERRI ERI

Stories with Rhythm for Kids Who Listen — and Colour for Kids Who See

"A picture paints a thousand words for those who can see. For visually-impaired readers, a few more words paint a thousand pictures."

Every child deserves to enjoy a story fully — whether they can see the pictures or not.

Many picture books depend heavily on illustrations. For visually-impaired children, that can leave critical gaps in understanding and imagination. Sherri Eri writes to close those gaps with rich, precise language, crafting inclusive stories built for readers of all abilities.

My books aren’t just text on a page. They’re a full sensory experience — candy-colored illustrations for sighted kids, rhythmic text for read-aloud fun, and music that brings stories to life.

Designed for both sighted and visually-impaired children, each book allows one child to experience the story through pictures and words, and another through words alone. This dual approach fosters shared reading experiences across abilities.

Selected titles expand into Story-Oke® — an immersive read-along experience blending narration, rhythm, sound, and on-screen text. Created in close collaboration with her husband, composer Rush Atima, Story-Oke® turns reading into an interactive musical journey.

For visually-impaired children, rhythm and sound lead the way. For sighted children, it opens a fresh dimension of early literacy.

Beyond the Page

Sherri brings storytelling to life across Singapore through interactive sessions and public talks.

95+ K2 Children

Engaged in live Story-Oke® sessions across four Kidz Meadow centres & National Library Board events.

450 Future Educators

Spoken to Early Childhood (ECDE) students at Ngee Ann Polytechnic on inclusive storytelling.

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Hear the story behind Picture the Book

Straight from author Sherri Eri on why inclusive storytelling matters.

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