Judith St. George facts for kids

Judith Saint George (February 26, 1931 – June 10, 2015) was an American author who wrote many books, especially for young readers. She is most famous for her book So You Want to Be President? This book helps young people understand what it's like to be a president.

The illustrations in So You Want to Be President? were created by David Small. He won the 2001 Caldecott Medal for his amazing artwork in the book. The Caldecott Medal is a very special award given each year to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.

About Her Life and Work

Judith Saint George wrote more than 40 books. Many of her stories were historical fiction. This means her books tell fictional stories that take place in real historical periods. They often include real people and events from the past.

Ms. Saint George was born in Westfield, NJ. She later studied at Smith College. She lived in Connecticut for many years. She passed away on June 10, 2015.