Books in Blastoff Readers, Level 4: Children's Storytellers series

This Minnesota native was an artist from the start. Charles Schulz started getting recognized for his talent as a kindergartner! Soon after, his dedication to the Peanut gang became his biggest asset. Laugh along in this engaging read for young students.

This Minnesota native was an artist from the start. Charles Schulz started getting recognized for his talent as a kindergartner! Soon after, his dedication to the Peanut gang became his biggest asset. Laugh along in this engaging read for young students.

Known for writing Where the Sidewalk Ends and The Giving Tree, Shel Silverstein wrote stories, poetry, and even music. Silverstein was a busy man, offering soundtracks to motion pictures and creating albums of his own. Enjoy learning about his many talents in this inspiring title for young students.

He created smiles that went on for miles by spending his time writing endless rhymes. Dr. Seuss has produced many American classics, including The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and Green Eggs and Ham. Learn all about one of the worlds favorite doctors in this beginner book.

The Tale of Despereaux and Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures are two award-winning books by Kate DiCamillo. As a child, DiCamillo was often sick in bed, but this allowed her imagination to flourish. Readers can follow DiCamillos journey and spark their own imaginations in this alluring book for students!

Humor is the language Dav Pilkey speaks to reach his readers. Just consider the names he gives his characters: Wedgie Woman, Professor Poopypants, and Super Diaper Baby! In this storyteller bio, kids will discover the life adventures of the funny man behind the popular Captain Underpants book series.

The creator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series skyrocketed to success with this hit series. Also popular for his creation of online gaming, Kinney keeps his followers eager for more. Reluctant readers will be inspired by this bestselling author.

Did you know that Gordon Kormans mom typed his first book for him? This is because Gordon became a published author before he even graduated high school! This author profile for children introduces the lifelong writer responsible for sending troublemakers Boots and Bruno to Macdonald Hall.

Starting at the age of six, J.K. Rowling knew she wanted to be an author. Her eventual creation of Harry Potter and Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry sent Rowling into immediate fame. Grab a hold of your wand and enjoy this thrilling title for young readers.

From his mischievous childhood onward, Roald Dahl led an adventurous life. It wasnt until he endured a head injury that he started writing, however. Dahls work includes Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, and James and the Giant Peach. Capture growing readers with this nonfiction title on the life of Roald Dahl.

Back in 1992, writer Mary Pope Osborne first invited readers to follow Jack and Annie into a tree house with magical books, and readers have been time traveling with these characters ever since! In this biography, elementary students will meet a talented literary travel agent.

He created smiles that went on for miles by spending his time writing endless rhymes. Dr. Seuss has produced many American classics, including The Cat in the Hat, How the Grinch Stole Christmas!, and Green Eggs and Ham. Learn all about one of the worlds favorite doctors in this beginner book.