Christopher Paul Curtis
by Parker-Rock, MichelleFormat: Hardcover
Pub. Date: 2009-09-01
Publisher(s): Enslow Elementary
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Summary
When he was a boy, Christopher Paul Curtis told his brother and sisters that he wanted to write a book, and they laughed at him. But he grew up to write books that won awards and delighted readers. Find out all about Curtis's childhood and his early days as a writer. Learn where he gets his ideas and how he works-and see what advice he has for kids who want to be writers, too. Based on a personal interview with Christopher Paul Curtis! Book jacket.
Author Biography
Michelle Parker-Rock is a professional author, national literacy consultant, and award-winning educator. She is a Regional Advisor for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.
Table of Contents
| Auto Worker/Author | p. 5 |
| The Curse | p. 9 |
| Fire Spotter | p. 14 |
| The Watsons Go to Florida-Not | p. 25 |
| Kenny, Bud, Elijah, Luther, Deza, and Mr. Chickee, Too | p. 34 |
| Refuge | p. 38 |
| Books | p. 45 |
| Words to Know | p. 46 |
| Further Reading and Internet Addresses | p. 47 |
| Index | p. 48 |
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