Posts Tagged ‘William Steig’
Let Nothing Deter You in Life!
Be Brave in the Face of Adversity, Young Readers! Brave Irene By William Steig The hot summer weather we are experiencing now, cannot compare to the driving snow and howling winds from the past winter’s snow storms. It also put me in mind of one of my favorite picture book authors, and conjured up scenes…
Read MoreA Fantastic and Classic Couple of Mice Featured as a Grand Husband and Wife Team That Outfox a Fox Who is Fetid!
Dr. De Soto by William Steig It’s no secret that I love classic children’s picture books and today I’m featuring perhaps the most favored, in my mind, of a highly favored group. There are picture book writers who can weave an imaginary tale full of wry wit and wisdom, coupled with wonderful illustrations. In case…
Read MoreWay Back Wednesday Essential Classic
When Everybody Wore a Hat By William Steig I confess I had never heard of this title by one of my favorite picture book authors. William Steig, former illustrator for the “New Yorker” who did not start his picture book career till he was in his sixties, is a sure reminder for all those…
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