Includes bibliographical references (page 91) and index.
Author grows up -- Author teaches the love of learning -- Author writes -- Author looks at publishing and editing -- Author goes visiting -- Author's letter to YOU! -- Readers' frequently asked questions -- Author and his books -- Author's bookshelf -- Photo credits -- Appendix -- Index.
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This book features Jim Aylesworth, a popular picture book author. It discusses his life and work as well as the researching, writing, and illustrating of selected books. Discussion of children's reading development, including strategies and the author's philosophy about using books with children is offered, while lesson plan ideas and activities for each title provide practical help. The book is a fascinating window into the life and work of this popular children's author, and gives insight into Old Black Fly, Tricky Fox, and each of his tales.