name 10 gr8 children's author
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2. Kevin Henkes
3. Steven Kellogg
4. Ruth Krauss
5. Arnold Lobel
6. Robert McCloskey
7. Beatrix Potter
8. E.B. White
9. Margaret Wise Brown
10.Ronald Dahl
1. Eric Carle
2. Kevin Henkes
Why he's great: He's one of the better modern-day authors, with lovable characters who go through many of the same day-to-day situations as our children.
Some of his best: Owen, Jessica, and Wemberly Worried
3. Steven Kellogg
Why he's great: His over-the-top plots and delightful illustrations are a joy to read out loud, and they interest a wide age range of kids (and adults).
Some of his best: The Mysterious Tadpole, Pecos Bill, The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash
4. Ruth Krauss
Why she's great: Her stories are simple but charming. They're to the point, and the vocabulary is outstanding. Great word choice. Many of her books are illustrated by greats like Maurice Sendak (Where the Wild Things Are) and Crocket Johnson (Harold and the Purple Crayon).
Some of his best: A Hole Is to Dig, I'll Be You and You Be Me, The Carrot Seed
5. Arnold Lobel
Why he's great: He creates hilarious characters who interact in clever dialogue. His illustrations are beautiful, too.
Some of his best: All the Frog and Toadbooks, Owl at Home, Mouse Soup, Fables
6. Robert McCloskey
7. Beatrix Potter
8. Margret and H.A. Rey
9. E.B. White
10. Margaret Wise Brown