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Mary had a little parasite To keep life interesting, Jon Scieszka enjoys throwing the occasional challenge at illustrator Lane Smith.
Finding the right book Krosoczka always loved to read and sought out his favorites, but some kids need more time and guidance to find books they can connect with.
Dav Pilkey, Creator of CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS, on Banning Books Dav Pilkey explains how you can express concern about a book without undermining the freedom to read of those around you by making a simple change.
Smart little kids On some deep level, Jon Scieszka knows that kids are going to understand his jokes.
Words and pictures Jarrett Krosoczka describes how text and illustrations are like teammates, each complementing and supporting the other.
This graphic novelist and reading ambassador tells kids to reach beyond their comfort zone Graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang wrestled with his identity growing up, but he’s made the Chinese-American experience one of the main subjects of his critically acclaimed work.
Jerry Pinkney for the Philadelphia Museum of Art An interview with Jerry Pinkney, courtesy of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
The unreliable narrator With the Wimpy Kid series, you can’t always believe what Greg is telling the reader.
One of six brothers Discover how Jon Scieszka’s childhood prepared him for telling jokes and wrestling in the faculty lounge.