Dorothy Joan Harris facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dorothy Joan Harris
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| Born | February 14, 1931 Kobe, Japan |
| Occupation | Writer |
| Nationality | Canadian |
| Alma mater | University of Toronto |
| Genre | Children's literature |
| Spouse |
Alan Harris
(m. 1955) |
| Children | 2 |
| Parents | Hubert Langley Alice Langley |
Dorothy Joan Harris, born on February 14, 1931, is a Canadian writer. She was born in Japan but now lives in Toronto, Canada. She is best known for writing books for children.
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About Dorothy Joan Harris
Dorothy Joan Harris was born Dorothy Joan Langley in Kobe, Japan. Her family moved to St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada, in 1938.
Her Education and Early Career
She studied modern languages at the University of Toronto. After graduating in 1952, she became an elementary school teacher. She taught in both France and Japan.
In 1954, she came back to Toronto. The next year, in 1955, she married Alan Harris. They have two children together.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Dorothy Harris worked as an editor. She helped prepare books for Copp Clark Publishers from 1955 to 1961. Later, she also worked as a public library assistant for many years.
Awards and Recognition
Dorothy Harris has received awards for her writing. In 1999, she contributed to a book called Too Young to Fight: Memories from our Youth During World War. This book won the BolognaRagazzi Award. This award is given at the Bologna Children's Book Fair.
Her book A Very Unusual Dog, published in 2004, was also recognized. It was nominated for a Chocolate Lily Award.
Selected Books by Dorothy Harris
Dorothy Harris has written many books, especially for young readers. Here are some of her well-known works:
- The House Mouse, a picture book (1973)
- The School Mouse, a picture book (1977)
- Don't Call Me Sugarbaby!, an informational novel (1983). This book helps readers learn about managing blood sugar levels. It is also available in Braille.
- Even If It Kills Me, an informational novel (1987). This story explores challenges related to eating habits.
- Four Seasons for Toby, a picture book (1987). This book was also translated into French as Theo et les Quatre Saisons.
- Speedy Sam, a book for young readers (1989). It was translated into French as Cleo la Souris Expres.
- No Dinosaurs in the Park, a picture book (1990). This book was also translated into French as Pas de Dinosaurs dans le parc.
- Annabel the Detective: The Case of the Missing Tooth, a book for young readers (1991).
- Ellen: the wishing time (2004). This book is part of the Our Canadian Girl: Ellen series.
- A Very Unusual Dog (2004).
