How to help talented, young artists

Do you have a talented, young artist in your house or in your classroom? In this segment, dePaola describes the things his parents and teachers did to support his passion for drawing.

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Tomie dePaola

Children’s Author

Tomie dePaola (1934–2020), the author and illustrator of Strega Nona and many other beloved books, always knew he wanted to be an artist. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Tomie dePaola tells comical childhood tales, reflects on his career, and suggests ways to encourage young readers and artists.

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