Strega Nona

The first Strega Nona book came about because Tomie dePaola was asked to retell a folktale. He changed the traditional story of “The Porridge Pot” into a new classic about a pasta pot.

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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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