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This biography introduces readers to Brian Selznick, author and illustrator of the award-winning novel The Invention of Hugo Cabret. Readers will learn about Selznick's childhood in New Jersey and his arrival in New York, his early interest in film and drawing, his exposure to children's publishing while working at Eeyore's Books for Children and his big break into the industry with The Houdini Box. Easy-to-read text highlights Selznick's childhood, family, education and life as an illustrator, while full-color photos highlight his artistic style and beloved works, including his latest project, Wonderstruck.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed The Children's Illustrators series offers readers easy access to the artists who have created some of the most memorable illustrations in children's literature. Each engaging biography traces one popular artist's life from childhood through their education to their ultimate success as an award-winning illustrator. Readers will discover that behind the remarkable career of each artist, there is an inspiring life story. An "Elements of Art" sidebar helps define one of the artist's practiced techniques. And, full-color photos enhance the easy-to-read text and highlight each illustrator's unique artistic style.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO. Reviewed The Children's Illustrators series offers readers easy access to the artists who have created some of the most memorable illustrations in children's literature. Each engaging biography traces one popular artist's life from childhood through their education to their ultimate success as an award-winning illustrator. Readers will discover that behind the remarkable career of each artist, there is an inspiring life story. An "Elements of Art" sidebar helps define one of the artist's practiced techniques. And, full-color photos enhance the easy-to-read text and highlight each illustrator's unique artistic style.
Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
Checkerboard Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.