This document discusses the history and techniques of illustration in education. It outlines that early illustrations date back to cave drawings, while woodblock printing was used in East Asia from 200AD. Various techniques developed over time, including engraving, etching, lithography, and woodcuts. The golden age of illustration was from 1880-WWI, when newspapers and magazines featured illustrations. Proper illustrations can help gain students' attention, improve retention of information, and aid in understanding concepts. They should be attractive, simple, and comprehensible.