Sylvia Cassedy facts for kids

Sylvia Cassedy (January 29, 1930 – April 6, 1989) was an American writer. She wrote many books, especially for children and young adults. She was known for her novels and poetry.

About Sylvia Cassedy

Sylvia Cassedy was born in Brooklyn, New York, on January 29, 1930. She went to Brooklyn College. After college, she worked as a teacher for both younger and older students.

Cassedy became well-known for her novels written for young adults. Her books often featured young girls as the main characters. These girls would use their imagination and play to make their lives better. Some of her famous novels include Behind the Attic Wall, M.E. and Morton, and Lucie Babbidge's House.

Besides her novels, Sylvia Cassedy also wrote two books of poetry. She even translated a collection of poems from countries like India and Japan. Because of her experience as a teacher, she wrote a helpful guide for young writers. This book was called In Your Own Words: a Beginner's Guide to Writing.

Sylvia Cassedy passed away on April 6, 1989, in Manhasset, New York.

Awards and Recognition

Sylvia Cassedy's book Lucie Babbidge's House received a special honor. In 2009, it was named an honor book for the Phoenix Award. This award is given by the Children's Literature Association to books that are considered very important in children's literature.

Books by Sylvia Cassedy

Here are some of the books Sylvia Cassedy wrote:

For Children and Young Adults

• Behind the Attic Wall (1985)
• M.E. and Morton (1987)
• Lucie Babbidge's House (1993)

Helpful Guides

• In Your Own Words: A Beginner's Guide to Writing (1979)

Poetry Collections

• Roomrimes: Poems (1987) – This book had drawings by Michele Chessare.
• Zoomrimes: Poems about Things that Go (1993) – This book also had drawings by Michele Chessare.