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Childrens science author seymour simon reads aloud from his popular book, baby animals published by chronicle childrens books, isbn. He married lis nealon, the former creative director of the educational childrens show sesame street. Seymour simon is the author of nearly 300 highly acclaimed science books over half of which have been named outstanding science trade books for children by the national science teachers association. Exceptional nonfiction content for children, families and educators on this webby honoree website from bestselling childrens science writer seymour simon. Where to find additional information is included at the. The moon book by seymour simon official publisher page. Seymour simon, whom the ny times called the dean of children s science. Interview with seymour simon center for the collaborative. In a companion to seymour simons earth records, simon looks into the enormous power of waves and storms, the diversity of ocean life, and how the health of the oceans affects the earth. Seymour simon born august 9, 1931 is an american writer of childrens books. Been sitting in our bookshelf, so in great, minorused condition. Seymour was born in 1930s, in the middle of silent generation. Author seymour simon gets kids reading about science wired. Many of simons books particularly his books on the planets and space are notable for their stunning photography.
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Simon, a former science teacher, began writing for kids in the 1960s. After publishing a number of articles and books for children, simon gradually transitioned into his new fulltime career as a science writer. Among many awards he has received is a prestigious lifetime achievement commendation from the national forum on children s science books. Sandwiched between an attentiongrabbing gallery of locomotive headshots and elevated closing views of a pair of crowded rail. During his long career, simon has won many awards, including the washington post children s book guild nonfiction award for the body of his work. Seymour simon has now published more than 200 books for children on topics as diverse as oceans, planets, trains, tornadoes, volcanoes, gorillas, earthquakes, and the human heart. He is a great author for fiction and nonfiction books. In clear, straightforward language, simonone of todays bestknown children s science writersemphasizes information of special use to young pet owners, such as how to understand a cat by interpreting its sounds and body language. Seymour simon has been called the dean of the children s science book field by the new york times. Creepy pair of underwear by aaron reynolds and peter brown duration. Seymour simon is a former teacher and the author of more than two hundred science books, more than half of which have been named outstanding science trade books for children by the national science teachers association.
In a clear, concise text with over twentyfive stunning fullcolor photographs. Visit some of the worlds most remarkable volcanoes along with one of the most outstanding science writers in children s books. All jokes are illustrated by fancifully rendered dinosaurs and other animals in fullpage, funtocolor pictures. Seymour simon books list of books by author seymour simon. Seymour simons book of trains by seymour simon, paperback. The popular children s author seymour simon asks and answers wacky riddles with an abundance of winsome puns. Praised by the new york times as the dean of children s science writers, seymour simon is the author of more than 250 highly acclaimed science books. Volcanoes by seymour simon scholastic books for kids. Awardwinning science writer seymour simon explores the farthest reaches of space in the brandnew exoplanets. The inimitable author of seymour simons book of trucks 2000 offers a companion volume featuring the same sort of huge, bright, sharply focused color photos paired to succinct descriptive and historical commentary. I teach childrens literature at the university of texas and use many of his books with my students.
Seymour simon books, author biography, and reading level. Simon is the author of nearly 300 highlypraised science books, more than seventyfive of which have been named outstanding science trade books for children by the national science teachers association. Learning about cats can help you select your pet cat and take better care of it, is this books stated premise. A slowburn thriller that veers in surprising directions, with a final twist no one will see coming. Apr 8, 2017 some of the books ive written and my website. Volcanoes by seymour simon books, resources, supplies. He attended city college of new york and taught science for twenty three years. Seymour simons most popular book is our solar system. Many children make books but most dont grow up to have the kind of influence youve had on readers and their understanding of the world.
Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Seymour simon has been called the dean of the childrens science book field by the new york times. Updated information about tigers, leopards, and other big cats is presented in a readable text and fullcolor photographs. Mars is a paperback children s book in good condition. His love for writing became more pronounced during his years. Seymour simon has been called the dean of the childrens science field by the new york times. Brian cleary is another author of educational books and children s literature. And despite their reputation for destruction, volcanoes produce new moutains, new islands, and new soil. Condition is very good, but given good condition due to a minor flaw, first name is written in the left corner of the front cover. Earth book by seymour simon official publisher page. Seymour simon carol hursts childrens literature site. Seymour simon was born on august 3, 1931 in new york city, the son of david and clara simon. Seymour simon has 290 books on goodreads with 15193 ratings.
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