Catherine Rayner facts for kids
Catherine Rayner, born in 1982, is a talented British artist and writer. She creates wonderful books for children. Catherine grew up in Boston Spa, England, and later studied art in Leeds and Edinburgh. She now lives and works in Edinburgh, Scotland.
Catherine is famous for her beautiful illustrations and heartwarming stories. Her books often feature animals and teach important lessons about friendship and sharing. She has won many awards for her work, making her one of the most loved children's authors and illustrators today.
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Catherine's Amazing Books
Catherine Rayner has written and illustrated many popular books. She also illustrates books written by other authors. Her stories are known for their gentle nature and lovely artwork.
Books Written and Illustrated by Catherine
- Augustus and his Smile, published in 2006.
- Harris Finds his Feet, published in 2008. This book won a very special award!
- Sylvia and Bird, published in 2009.
- Ernest, published in 2009.
- Norris, The Bear who Shared, published in 2010. This book was called a "modern classic"!
- Iris and Isaac, published in 2010.
- Solomon Crocodile, published in 2011.
- Abigail, published in 2013.
- Smelly Louie, published in 2014.
- Solomon and Mortimer, published in 2016.
Books Illustrated by Catherine
- Posy, written by Linda Newberry, published in 2008.
- The Tales of Olga Da Polga, written by Michael Bond, published in 2011.
- Gobbolino the Witch's Cat, written by Ursula Moray Williams, published in 2012.
- Tiger Tale, written by Holly Webb, published in 2014.
- Clare and her Captain, written by Michael Morpurgo, published in 2015.
Awards and Recognitions
Catherine Rayner has received many important awards for her work. These awards show how much her books are loved and appreciated by readers and critics.
- 2006: She won the Best New Illustrator Award for Augustus and his Smile.
- 2008: She won the Booktrust Best New Illustrator Award again.
- 2009: She received the CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal for Harris Finds His Feet. This is one of the most important awards for children's book illustration in the UK.
- 2010: She was named one of the Top Ten New Illustrators of the decade.
- 2010: Ernest won The English Association English 4-11 Book Awards.
- 2011: Ernest also won the Coventry Inspiration Book Awards.
- 2012: Iris and Isaac won the UKLA Children’s Book Award.
- 2014: Solomon Crocodile was named Picture Book of the Year in the Netherlands.
- 2015: Smelly Louie won Peter's Book of the Year.
- 2021: One Happy Tiger received Mathical Honors, which celebrates books that connect math and stories.
