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26 Fairmount Avenue

26 Fairmount Avenue

Biography & MemoirChildren's Books
Pages
64
Published
1999
Language
English

Synopsis

Join young Tomie dePaola in 1938 as his family builds a new home on Fairmount Avenue. From surviving a hurricane to accidentally eating chocolate laxatives with Nana Upstairs, Tomie's year is full of unexpected adventures. Follow his hilarious attempts to skip kindergarten and his memorable trip to see Snow White in this charming memoir.

Prose complexity
1/10

Vibe

FunnyLightheartedWhimsical
Coming of Age

Genres

Biography & Memoir Children's Books Biography

About the author

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Tomie dePaola

Thomas Anthony de Paola was born in Meriden, Connecticut. He became interested in art at an early age. After graduating from high school, he attended the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York. In 1956, he graduated with his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. He taught art at Newton College of the Sacred Heart from 1962 to 1966, then moved to California where he taught at San Francisco College for Women from 1967 to 1970. His first illustrated book, Sound, was published in 1965. In 1969, he rece...

Frequently asked questions

  • Is 26 Fairmount Avenue part of a series?

    This book is the first in a series of autobiographical chapter books by Tomie dePaola, chronicling his childhood experiences. Readers who enjoy this one can continue following his life story in subsequent volumes.

  • What award did 26 Fairmount Avenue win?

    26 Fairmount Avenue was awarded a Newbery Honor, recognizing its distinguished contribution to American literature for children. This award highlights its literary merit and lasting appeal.

  • How does this book relate to Tomie dePaola's other works?

    While many of Tomie dePaola's books are picture books, 26 Fairmount Avenue is one of his notable chapter books, offering a more extended narrative of his own childhood. It provides a personal glimpse into the real-life inspiration behind some of his creative themes.