Children’s Book Authors
Theodor Geisel (aka Dr. Seuss) / Dr. Seuss Books
Theodor Geisel started out as a political cartoonist, but soon found his passion in writing and illustrating children’s books. Starting in the early 1950′s, he wrote and illustrated “And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street”. Dr. Seuss books are known for their rhyme patterns, i.e. “The Cat in The Hat”, “Green Eggs and Ham”, and their imaginative characters that have kooky names, ie. “The Sneeches”. Theodor Geisel died in 1991 and by that time he had written and illustrated 44 children’s books and influenced countless children’s bedtime stories. Dr. Seuss stuffed animals, DVD, games and countless other items can be found just about anywhere you go.
Ludwig Bemelmans / Madeline Series
The Madeline series began in 1934 when Ludwig Bemelmans named his character after his wife and modeled it after his 8-year old daughter. The premise of these children’s books is based on Madeline’s daily activities in her life. The Madeline series teaches children the basics of life such as, brushing their teeth and going to bed on time. Madeline dolls and DVDs can be found in addition to the book series.
Shel Silverstein
Shel Silverstein was a man of many talents. Silverstein was a playwright, songwriter, composer, illustrator, poet and author. His children’s books are filled with stories full of imagination and emotion. Silverstein is best known for “The Giving Tree” and “A Light in The Attic”, however all of his books are masterpieces that not only teach important lessons, but touch on children’s emotions so they understand what is happening in the story or poem. Silverstein is a must for every child, and for that matter, adult bookshelf. Read the rest of this entry »