Elise Gravel facts for kids

Élise Gravel is a talented Canadian writer and illustrator. She was born in Montreal, Quebec, in 1977. Élise is well-known for creating fun and sometimes silly books for kids. Her stories often feature unique characters and interesting facts.

Élise Gravel has written and illustrated more than thirty books. Her work is very popular and has been translated into over twelve languages. Before becoming a full-time illustrator, she studied graphic design. She creates books in both English and French.

She is the daughter of writer François Gravel. Élise is married and has two daughters.

Élise Gravel's Achievements

Awards for Her Work

Élise Gravel has received several important awards for her books. In 2012, she won a special prize called the Governor General's Award for Children's Illustration in French. She received this award for her book La clé à molette.

In 2022, the Writers' Trust of Canada honored Élise with the Vicky Metcalf Award for Literature for Young People. This award celebrates a writer's entire collection of books for young readers. It shows how much her work has contributed to children's literature.

In 2025, Élise Gravel was appointed to the Order of Canada. This is a very high honor given to people who have made a big difference in Canada.

A Brief Library Event

In February 2024, the Jewish Public Library in Montreal temporarily moved some of Élise Gravel's books. This happened after some of her social media posts caused discussion. However, just a few days later, the library decided to put her books back on the regular shelves for everyone to enjoy.

Popular Books by Élise Gravel

Élise Gravel's books are known for being funny and engaging. She often writes about creatures, monsters, and everyday topics in a humorous way.

The Great Antonio

• Le Grand Antonio (2014) was translated into English as The Great Antonio (2017). This book is a biography about a famous strongman named Antonio Barichievich, also known as The Great Antonio.