Jean Craighead George is an American author known for her children's books and nature writing. Her works often feature outdoor adventures and interactions with nature. She has won numerous awards including the Newbery Medal and the National Outdoor Book Award.
Born on July 2, 1919, in Washington, D.C.
Studied at Pennsylvania State University and Texas A&M University
Began writing in the 1940s and published her first book 'Vulpes, the Red Fox' in 1948
Her best-known work is 'Julie of the Wolves' which won the Newbery Medal in 1973
Passed away on May 15, 2012, at the age of 92
An American author of children's books, best known for his wilderness adventure novels. His works often deal with themes of survival and outdoor living.
An American author known for his adventure novels set in the wilderness. His most famous works include 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang'.
An American author of children's books, best known for his historical fiction and nature writing. His works often deal with themes of survival and environmentalism.
A novel about a young Eskimo girl who must survive in the Alaskan wilderness after running away from an arranged marriage. It won the Newbery Medal in 1973.
A novel about a boy who runs away from home and lives off the land in the Catskill Mountains. It won the 1960 Newbery Honor award.
A non-fiction book about the reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone National Park. It won the 2009 National Outdoor Book Award.
Jean Craighead George wrote children's books and nature writing. Her works often feature outdoor adventures and interactions with nature.
Jean Craighead George's most famous book is 'Julie of the Wolves' which won the Newbery Medal in 1973.
'My Side of the Mountain' is a novel about a boy who runs away from home and lives off the land in the Catskill Mountains.
Jean Craighead George has won numerous awards including the Newbery Medal and the National Outdoor Book Award.
Jean Craighead George passed away on May 15, 2012, at the age of 92.