Andrea Beck facts for kids
Andrea Lynn Beck, born on October 25, 1956, is a Canadian author and illustrator. She lives in Unionville, Ontario. Andrea Beck is famous for creating the best-selling Elliot Moose children's book series. These books even inspired a popular TV show called Elliot Moose, which was shown in Canada and the United States for ten years.
Quick facts for kids
Andrea Beck
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| Born | 1956 (age 68–69) Montreal, Quebec, Canada |
| Occupation | Author and Illustrator |
| Genre | Children's literature |
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About Andrea Beck and Her Stories
Who is Andrea Beck?
Andrea Beck was born in Montreal, Quebec. She grew up to become a talented writer and artist. As an author, she writes the stories for her books. As an illustrator, she draws the pictures that bring her stories to life.
The World of Elliot Moose
One of Andrea Beck's most loved creations is Elliot Moose. This popular character stars in a series of children's books. The Elliot Moose books became so popular that they were turned into a television show. The show aired for ten years in both Canada and the United States.
Other Popular Books
Andrea Beck has written many other books for young readers. Her recent works include the Pierre Le Poof trilogy. This series features a fun character named Pierre. She also wrote the popular book Goodnight, Canada.
In 2017, her book Good Morning, Canada was given away to 550,000 first-grade students. This happened through the TD Grade One Book Giveaway. It is Canada's largest program that gives free books to children.
Selected Works
Andrea Beck has written and illustrated many books. Here are some of her well-known titles:
- Good Morning, Canada, 2016, Scholastic Canada
- Goodnight, Canada, 2012, North Winds Press
- Pierre in the Air, 2011, Orca Book Publishers
- Pierre's Friends, 2010, Orca Book Publishers
- Elliot's Fire Truck, 2010, Orca Book Publishers
- Pierre Le Poof, 2009, Orca Book Publishers
- Buttercup's Lovely Day, 2008, Orca Book Publishers
- Elliot's Emergency, 1998, Kids Can Press
- Elliot Bakes a Cake, 1999, Kids Can Press
- Elliot's Shipwreck, 2000, Kids Can Press
- Elliot's Bath, 2000, Kids Can Press
- Elliot Digs for Treasure, 2001, Kids Can Press
- Elliot Gets Stuck, 2002, Kids Can Press
- Elliot's Noisy Night, 2002, Kids Can Press
- Elliot's Great Big Lift-the-Flap Book, 2003, Kids Can Press
- The Waiting Dog. Illustration. 2003, Kids Can Press
- Elliot's Christmas Surprise, 2003, Kids Can Press
