Karen Ackerman facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Karen Ackerman
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| Born | October 9, 1951 Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S. |
| Occupation | children's author |
| Language | English |
| Education | Woodward High School |
| Notable works |
Song and Dance Man (1988) |
| Notable awards | Caldecott Medal (1989) |
Karen Ackerman, born on October 10, 1951, in Cincinnati, Ohio, is an American author. She is famous for writing many wonderful children's books. Her stories have delighted young readers for decades.
About Karen Ackerman
Karen Ackerman grew up in Cincinnati, Ohio. She finished high school at Woodward High School in 1969. This is where her journey into writing likely began.
Her Books and Awards
Karen Ackerman published her very first children's book in 1982. Since then, she has written more than twenty-five books. Her books have received many special honors. These include awards like Parents' Choice and ALA Notable Books. They are recognized for being great reads for kids.
One of her most famous picture books is Song and Dance Man. It was illustrated by Stephen Gammell. This book won the prestigious Caldecott Medal in 1989. The Caldecott Medal is a very important award for children's picture books. It is given to the artist of the most outstanding American picture book for children. In 2019, Song and Dance Man was even turned into a children's theater play. It was performed at the Sunset Playhouse in Elm Grove, Wisconsin.
