Jacqui Hawkins facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Jacqui Hawkins
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| Born |
Jacqueline M. Sinfield
30 June 1945 (age 80) Oxford, England
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| Alma mater | Goldsmiths College |
| Occupation | Author, illustrator |
| Spouse(s) |
Colin Hawkins
(m. 1968) |
| Children | 2, including Sally Hawkins |
Jacqueline M. Hawkins (born in 1945), also known as Jacqui Hawkins, is an English author and illustrator. She is famous for creating many children's books with her husband, Colin Hawkins. Together, they have written and illustrated over 150 books for young readers. Jacqui and Colin are also the parents of the well-known actress, Sally Hawkins.
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About Jacqui Hawkins
Jacqui Hawkins was born Jacqueline M. Sinfield in Oxford, England. Her parents were Anne and John Sinfield. She met Colin Hawkins when they were children, as their families knew each other. They started dating when they were teenagers. Jacqui and Colin got married in 1968.
Education and Early Work
Jacqui studied graphic design at Goldsmiths College. Colin went to Blackpool Art School. After working in art and design for a while, they decided to team up. They began illustrating books together, combining their talents.
Family Life
Jacqui and Colin have two children. Their daughter, Sally Cecilia Hawkins, was born in 1976 and is a successful actress. Their son, Finbar Hawkins, was born in 1970 and works as a producer.
Books and Career
The books created by Jacqui and Colin Hawkins have been published all over the world. They have been translated into many different languages. Their stories and illustrations are loved by children everywhere.
Popular Book Series
Jacqui and Colin created several popular book series. One of these is The Numberlies, which helps children learn to count. Another well-known series is the Foxy books. These books follow the fun adventures of a character named Foxy the Fox.
From Books to Screens
The Foxy book series was so popular that it was turned into a cartoon show for television in the 1990s. This meant even more children could enjoy Foxy's stories! Today, some of their books are also available as interactive mobile apps, making reading even more engaging for kids.
Selected Works
- Witches (1981)
- Adding Animals (1983)
- Pat the Cat (1983)
- Mig the Pig (1984)
- Jen the Hen (1985)
- Tog the Dog (1986)
- Zug the Bug (1988)
- Terrible, Terrible, Tiger (1987)
- The Wizard's Cat (1987)
- I'm Not Sleepy (1985)
- One, Two, Guess Who? (2001)
- Crocodile Creek (1988)
- Noah Built an Ark One Day (1989)
- Mr. Bear's Plane (1989)
- When I Was One (1990)
- The House that Jack Built (1990)
- Knock! Knock! (1990)
- Cosmic Cat and the Pink Planet (1988)
- Cosmic Cat and the Space Spider (1988)
- Foxy and the Spots (1995)
- Foxy Goes to Bed (1995)
- Foxy in the Kitchen (1995)
- Foxy Loses His Tail (1995)
- Foxy Plays Hide and Seek (1995)
- Foxy and His Naughty Little Sister (1997)
- Foxy and Friends Go Racing (1998)
- Foxy Bakes Some Cakes (1998)
- Foxy Feels Unwell (2001)
- What's the Time, Mr. Wolf? (1983)
- Mr. Wolf's Week (1985)
- Mr. Wolf's Birthday Surprise (1987)
- Mr. Wolf's Sticker Ticker Time (1997)
- Mr. Wolf's Nursery Time (2005)
- Greedy Goat (1999)
- Daft Dog (1999)
- Crazy Cow (2000)
- Rude Rabbit (2000)
- Bad Bear (2001)
- Happy Horse (2001)
- Hungry Baby (2003)
- Playful Baby (2004)
- Sleepy Baby (2004)
- Soapy Baby (2004)
- Bruno and the New Plane (2003)
- Bruno and the Old Car (2003)
- Pirates Joke Book (2001)
- Vampires Joke Book (2001)
- Aliens Joke Book (2001)
- Pirate's Log: The Diary of Captain Ben Blunder (2001)
- Alien Diaries: Zorb Zork (2001)
- How to Look After Your Hamster (1995)
- How to Look After Your Cat (1982)
- How to Look After Your Rabbit (1995)
- How to Look After Your Dog (1991)
- Here's a Happy Pig (1988)
- Here's a Happy Elephant (1987)
- Here's a Happy Kitten (1996)
- Here's a Happy Puppy (1996)
- The Monsters Go on a Picnic (1984)
- The Monsters Visit Granny (1984)
