The Worlds of Childhood

Jack Prelutsky was born in Brooklyn, New York. He began writing and illustrating poems in his early twenties and continues to write children's poetry today. He lives in Seattle, Washington with his wife.

Jean Fritz wrote Can't You Make Them Behave, King George?, a lively look at American history for young readers. She had a knack for bringing historical figures and events to life in a way that made them relatable and fun.

Jill Krementz is an American photographer and author. She has published 31 books, mostly of photography and children's books.

Maurice Sendak is an American writer and illustrator of children's literature. He is best known for his book Where the Wild Things Are, published in 1963.

Rosemary Wells (born January 29, 1943) is an American writer and illustrator of children's books. She is well known for using animal characters to address real human issues. Some of her most well known characters are Max and Ruby, Noisy Nora, and Yoko.