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Books in Author Biographies series

  • Dr. Seuss

    Charlotte Guillain

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Dr. Seuss, the author of children’s favorites like Green Eggs and Ham. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Sid Fleischman

    Jeri Freedman

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 16, 2004)
    Discusses the life and work of this popular author, including his writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of his books, biographical timeline, and awards.
  • Karen Cushman

    Susanna Daniel

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 1, 2005)
    This appealing book presents an in-depth look at one of the most popular authors of historical fiction for young adults. Cushman, who won the prestigious Newbery Medal for The MidwifeÂ’s Apprentice, and a Newbery Honor for Catherine Called Birdy, is most recognized for her strong and independent-minded female protagonists, most of whom lived in the Middle Ages. Included are lists of published titles, awards received, source notes, a biographical timeline, and an interview with the author.
  • Beatrix Potter

    Charlotte Guillain

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Beatrix Potter, the author of children’s favorites like Peter Rabbit. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Roald Dahl

    Charlotte Guillain

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Roald Dahl, the author of children’s favorites like Matilda. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Cynthia Rylant

    Alice B. McGinty

    Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Feb. 16, 2004)
    Discusses the life and work of author Cynthia Rylant, including her writing process and methods, inspirations, a critical discussion of her books, biographical timeline, and awards.
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  • A. A. Milne

    Charlotte Guillain

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to A. A. Milne, the author of children’s favorites like Winnie the Pooh. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Maurice Sendak

    Charlotte Guillain

    Paperback (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Maurice Sendak, the author of children’s favorites like Where the Wild Things Are. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Dr. Seuss

    Charlotte Guillain

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Dr. Seuss, the author of children’s favorites like Green Eggs and Ham. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Roald Dahl

    Charlotte Guillain

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Roald Dahl, the author of children’s favorites like Matilda. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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  • Madeleine L'Engle

    Aaron Rosenberg

    Paperback (Rosen Publishing Group, June 1, 2005)
    This book examines the life and career of noted children's author Madeleine L'Engle.
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  • Beatrix Potter

    Charlotte Guillain

    Library Binding (Heinemann, Jan. 1, 2012)
    Introduce students to Beatrix Potter, the author of children’s favorites like Peter Rabbit. This biography uses simple text structures and clear images to help readers learn about this amazing writer.
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