You will do two profiles of an author or illustrator
Create a profile of an author, illustrator or poet who is an old favorite, someone you remember reading as a child or who has a long history within the field. Gather their books, research their biographical information, and determine why their books have stood the test of time and been read by generations of readers. Prepare a presentation of that person’s work and share why their books remain significant.
Create a profile of an author, illustrator or poet who writes books reflecting the lives of children from marginalized or underrepresented groups. Include basic biographical information, major works, and why he/she is important to children as readers. Also include why you picked this person. Discover why this author or illustrator writes or illustrates what he/she does. You will briefly present your biographical background sketch as a presentation.