Laurel Snyder facts for kids

Laurel Snyder, born in 1974 in Baltimore, Maryland, is an American author. She writes many books for children. These include exciting novels and fun picture books. She is also a poet.

Laurel Snyder has edited literary journals. She also shares her thoughts on NPR's All Things Considered. She studied at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. She also attended the Iowa Writers' Workshop at the University of Iowa. Today, she lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with her family.

Laurel Snyder's Amazing Books and Awards

Laurel Snyder has written many popular books. Twelve of her books have been chosen as Junior Library Guild selections. This means they are highly recommended books for young readers. Some of these include Any Which Wall (2009) and Swan (2015). Her popular Charlie & Mouse series also made the list multiple times.

Recognized Books

Many of Laurel Snyder's books have received special recognition. Swan was named one of the best books of 2016. This honor came from the Bank Street College of Education.

Her book Charlie and Mouse was also very popular. It was named one of the best picture books of 2017. This recognition came from the Chicago Public Library and the New York Public Library. The Washington Post also listed it as a top book.

Orphan Island was another book that earned a "best of the year" title. The Chicago Public Library gave it this honor. My Jasper June was also named one of the best books of the year by Publishers Weekly.

Awards for Her Writing

Laurel Snyder has won several important awards for her books. These awards celebrate excellent children's literature.

• In 2014, her book The Longest Night won the Sydney Taylor Book Award. This award celebrates Jewish children's literature.
• In 2015, Swan won the Golden Kite Award for Picture Books Text. This award is given by the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators.
• In 2018, her book Charlie & Mouse won the Geisel Award. This is a very special award. It recognizes the most outstanding book for beginning readers.

Her books have also been selected for the ALSC Notable Children's Books list. This list highlights the best books for children each year.