ShelSilverstein.com

ShelSilverstein.com

Explore poems, games, puzzles, lessons, activities, event kits, drawing and activity booklets, and e-cards, all to do with Shel Silverstein. There???s also a link to a never before published poem “Cuttin’ Kate” — download the activity book for this poem, including pages for children to draw their own illustrations, make their own bookmark and way …
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z; Reading Zone–Reading Zone Resources For Teachers & Parents

Jacqueline Woodson – Books for Children and Young Adults

Jacqueline Woodson – Books for Children and Young Adults

Ever wonder how your favorite author came up with the idea for a book? Jacqueline Woodson tells why she wrote each of her books, talks about her life, and answers frequently asked questions on this official website.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z; Reading Zone–Picture Books; Reading Zone–Books & Authors

Judy Moody

Judy Moody

Judy Moody jumps from the pages of her books to the online world in her very own website! Play games with Judy, Stink, and friends, customize your virtual Judy Moody, read character profiles, join Judy’s fan club, keep up with Judy’s News and Events page, and tell your teachers and parents to check out a Judy Moody page made just for them!
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z; Reading Zone–Reading Zone Resources For Teachers & Parents; Reading Zone–Books & Authors

J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling

Info about the author of “Harry Potter”, from her U.S. publisher’s web site. Includes a biography, list of works, and live interview transcripts.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Jane Yolen

Jane Yolen

Here is the official website of the author of “The Emperor & the Kite” and “Owl Moon.” Read her biography and learn some writing tips.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Maurice Sendak

Maurice Sendak

Biographical site on the author. Includes an autobiographical sketch, biographical statement, and a list of works.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

KidsReads.com: Lane Smith

KidsReads.com: Lane Smith

Find out about one of the authors The True Story of the Three Little Pigs, The Stinky Cheeseman, and The Time Warp Trio.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Shakespeare for Kids

Shakespeare for Kids

If you like Shakespeare, check out this page! You???ll find facts, word games, coloring pages, and displays of artifacts and manuscripts from Shakespeare???s time. You can also learn about Queen Elizabeth and explore current careers related to Shakespeare.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Paul Zindel

Paul Zindel

Here is the official website for author Paul Zindel. If you are looking for his biography, or a list of his published works, then this is the place to go.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Fran Manushkin

Fran Manushkin

Learn about the author of such works as Baby, Come Out! and Hooray for Hanukkah!
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Janet Stevens

Janet Stevens

Janet Stevens is an illustrator of books such as “Jackalope” and “Epossumondas”. She likes to tell you how she does her illustrations by computer. Her web site has special sections that detail digital versions of different parts of her drawings. You can also read about the books she has written and the awards she has won. This is a fun site for …
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Barbara Park

Barbara Park

Read about Barbara Park, the author of the Junie B. Jones series. There is also a copy of an interview she did for the site about where she gets her ideas and she gives advice for young writers.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

A. A. Milne

A. A. Milne

A. A. Milne wrote the books about Winnie the Pooh and his friends. Learn about the author’s life on this site.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Louis Sachar

Louis Sachar

Read about the author of the Wayside School stories, Marvin Redpost and Holes. He also talks about how he writes his books and what he likes to do for fun.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z

Jack Prelutsky

Jack Prelutsky

Read information about popular children???s poet Jack Pretlutsky, written by Jack himself! You can also link to an interview transcript where Jack answers questions from kids and adults.
Subject: Reading Zone–Authors L-Z