Florence Page Jaques facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Florence Page Jaques
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| Born | March 7, 1890 |
| Died | January 1, 1972 (aged 81) |
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| Occupation | Writer |
| Organization | Society of Woman Geographers; Pi Beta Phi |
| Spouse(s) | Francis Lee Jaques |
| Awards | John Burroughs Medal, 1946, for Snowshoe Country; alumni award from Millikin University, 1959 |
Florence Page Jaques (born March 7, 1890 – died January 1, 1972) was an American writer. She wrote exciting books about nature and travel for grown-ups. She also created fun short stories and poems for children.
Florence was born in Decatur, Illinois. She went to Millikin University and earned a degree in 1911. Later, she continued her studies at Columbia University in New York City.
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A Life of Adventure and Writing
Partnering with a Wildlife Artist
On May 12, 1927, Florence married Francis Lee Jaques. Francis was a talented artist. He painted amazing pictures of wildlife. He worked for the American Museum of Natural History in New York.
Together, Florence and Francis created seven illustrated travel books. These books explored the outdoors. They combined Florence's words with Francis's beautiful art.
Exploring Nature Through Books
Their book Snowshoe Country won a special award. It received the John Burroughs Medal in 1946. This award is given for important work in natural history. It shows how much their books helped people learn about nature.
In 1953, Florence and Francis moved. They left New York and settled in North Oaks, Minnesota. This town is near Saint Paul. They lived there for the rest of their lives. Francis passed away in 1969, and Florence in 1972.
Books by Florence Page Jaques
Florence wrote many books, often with her husband. Here are some of her well-known works:
- Canoe Country (1938)
- The Geese Fly High (1939)
- Birds Across the Sky (1942)
- Snowshoe Country (1944)
- Canadian Spring (1947)
- As Far as the Yukon (1951)
- There Was Once a Puffin and Other Nonsense Verse (1956)
- Francis Lee Jaques: Artist of the Wilderness World (1973)
Her Legacy for Young Readers
Florence's writings continue to be enjoyed. Her original manuscript for There Once Was a Puffin is kept safe. Also, a typed story for children called "The Balloon Man Who Couldn't Get Home" is preserved. These are stored at the University of Minnesota library. They help us remember her wonderful stories.
