Gerald Jatzek facts for kids
Gerald Jatzek was born on January 23, 1956, in Vienna, Austria. He is a talented Austrian writer, composer, and musician. He also creates unique art through mail!
Gerald Jatzek writes in both German and English. He has published many books for children and adults. He also writes short stories, plays for radio, and essays. His books have been translated into languages like Korean and Turkish. His poems have appeared in many different collections and literature magazines. These include publications in Germany, Switzerland, Italy, the UK, and the USA.
In 1980, he won the Liechtenstein Price. In 2001, he received the Austrian State Prize for Children's Poetry. This shows how important his work is, especially for young readers.
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Gerald Jatzek's Books
Gerald Jatzek has written many exciting books. He is especially known for his children's stories. These books often feature fun characters and imaginative adventures.
Books for Young Readers
Many of Gerald Jatzek's books are perfect for kids your age. Here are some of them:
- Der Lixelhix (1986): One of his early children's books.
- Dina und der Zauberzwerg (Dina and the Magic Dwarf, 1990): A charming story about a girl and a magical dwarf.
- Der freche Pelikan (The Cheeky Pelican, 1991): A picture book with fun illustrations.
- Isidor, der kleine Drache (Isidor, the Little Dragon, 1991): Another picture book about a small dragon.
- Mein Freund, der Riesenriese (My Friend, the Giant Giant, 1992): A children's book about a very big friend.
- Ich bin, wer ich will! (I Am Who I Want to Be!, 1992): Written with Christian Orou, this book encourages self-expression.
- Freddie Flink in Schilda (Freddie Quick in Schilda, 1993): Co-written with Beppo Beyerl, this book tells a funny story.
- Der Rückwärtstiger (The Backward Tiger, 1995): A collection of short stories for children.
- Kuno, das Schulgespenst (Kuno, the School Ghost, 1996): This popular children's book was re-released in 2018. It's about a friendly school ghost.
- Kuno aus der Tasche (Kuno from the Pocket, 1998): This book about Kuno includes puzzles, music notes, and craft ideas.
- Valentin und Wanda (Valentin and Wanda, 2003): Another children's book written with Beppo Beyerl.
- Die rote Gitarre (The Red Guitar, 2010): Illustrated by Moidi Kretschmann, this is a lovely children's book.
- Der Hase hüpft in hübschen Hosen (The Hare Hops in Pretty Pants, 2010): A children's book that comes with an audio CD.
- Rabauken-Reime (Rascal Rhymes, 2011): A book of poems illustrated by Andrea Steffen.
- Der Schnüffelbold (The Sniffer, 2012): A children's book about a character who loves to sniff things out.
Other Interesting Books
Gerald Jatzek also writes books for adults and non-fiction works.
- Gegentöne - Kritische Lieder, rebellischer Rock (Counter-Tones - Critical Songs, Rebellious Rock, 1988): A non-fiction book about music.
- Wienerisch - das andere Deutsch (Viennese - The Other German, 1995): This book explores the unique dialect of Vienna. He wrote it with Beppo Beyerl and Klaus Hirtner.
- Wie kommt der Esel auf die Brücke (How Does the Donkey Get on the Bridge, 2008): A non-fiction book written with Hermann Schlösser.
- Der Hund ist tot. Grätzelgeschichten aus 24 Wiener Bezirken (The Dog is Dead. Neighborhood Stories from 24 Vienna Districts, 2012): This book shares stories about different parts of Vienna. He wrote it with Beppo Beyerl and Manfred Chobot.
- Die Lieder riechen nach Thymian. Reisegedichte von Afghanistan bis Zypern (The Songs Smell of Thyme. Travel Poems from Afghanistan to Cyprus, 2014): A collection of travel poems.
Gerald Jatzek's Music
Gerald Jatzek is also a musician and composer. He has created many songs, often for children.
Songs with Claudia Hainschink
- Das Lied hinter dem Lied. Dialektgedichte und Chansontexte. (The Song Behind the Song. Dialect Poems and Chanson Texts, 1979): This was released as a cassette.
Songs with Thomas Raber
Gerald Jatzek has worked with Thomas Raber on several children's music CDs:
- Der Tiger und der Jäger (The Tiger and the Hunter)
- Zeit (Time)
- Ein Kind ist keine Maschine (A Child is Not a Machine)
These songs are on the CD "Liederfundkiste - Juchhe der erste Schnee" (Song Treasure Chest - Hooray, the First Snow) from 2011.
- Abrakadabra (Abracadabra)
- Hänsel und Gretel auf dem Klo (Hansel and Gretel on the Toilet)
These songs are on the CD "Liederfundkiste - In Kinderstadt" (Song Treasure Chest - In Kids' City) from 2012.
- Tsching Tschang Tschung
This song is on the CD "Liederfundkiste - Eine Schule für Coole" (Song Treasure Chest - A School for Cool Kids) from 2012.
Gerald Jatzek as an Editor
Besides writing his own books, Gerald Jatzek has also helped put together collections of other people's writings. This is called editing.
- Gedichte nach 1984 (Poems After 1984, 1985): A collection of poetry from Austria. He edited this with Hansjörg Zauner.
- Erleichterung beim Zungezeigen (Relief When Sticking Out Your Tongue, 1989): Poems against frustration, edited with Manfred Chobot.
- Ich denk, ich denk, was du nicht denkst (I Think, I Think, What You Don't Think, 1991): An anthology, or collection, of stories for children.
- Wenn ich zaubern könnte! (If I Could Do Magic!, 1993): Another anthology for children.
- Schmäh ohne, aber echt (No Joke, But Real, 2011): A collection of Viennese satire and humor from 100 years. He edited this with Manfred Chobot.
