Discusses the work of children's author Alma Flor Ada, a Cuban native who has won awards honoring Latino writers and illustrators. Includes part of an interview that explores her background, describes activity ideas, and presents a bibliography of works written by her (several title published in both English and Spanish) as well as sources of…

Established in 1969, the Coretta Scott King Awards, given by the American Library Association were established to honor African American authors and illustrators. Presents nine activities to promote awareness of Coretta Scott King, the Coretta Scott King Awards, and the lives and works of past award winners. Lists and describes winners and honors…

Since 1977, the National Council of the Teachers of English (NCTE) has awarded 10 poets with NCTE's Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. A list of the winners in order by date is provided, along with a selected list of their works. Ideas for poetry extension projects follow the annotated bibliography. (Author/AEF)

Provides background information on award-winning illustrator of children's books, Jerry Pinkney, recipient of three Caldecott Honor Medals and lists sources of biographical information. Suggests learning activities and includes an annotated bibliography of selected books illustrated by Jerry Pinkney. (AEF)

Presents a brief biography of Peter Sis, an author and illustrator of children's books. Includes awards he has won; extension activities; and annotated bibliographies of books written and illustrated by Sis, selected books illustrated by Sis, audiobooks, videorecordings, sources for biographical information, and information on the Web. (LRW)

Reports on an interview with Angela Johnson, winner of the Coretta Scott King Author Award, whose work centers on the themes of family love and the connections between generations, especially in African American families. Suggests activities related to her books and includes a selected bibliography. (LRW)

Eve Bunting is an award-winning author of 167 books for children and young adults. After a series of interview questions and responses, activities are suggested to accompany several Bunting picture books. (AEF)