Oliver Jeffers: Painter, Writer, Reader, Creator!
"Henry loved books. But not like you and I love books, no. Not quite..."
-Oliver Jeffers
It had been awhile since library classes conducted an "author study." So, this week we narrowed in on the tremendously talented, hilarious and just plain cool, Oliver Jeffers. Hailing from Northern Ireland, young Oliver grew up loving drawing and art. It's no surprise that he went on to become a wildly successful children's picture book creator (among other things).
He had his first book published when he was in college - a reminder to all that if you work hard at something you're passionate about, age is no factor! Along those lines, the imbedded inspiration for learners this week was that it is never too early to get started on a lifelong passion - and it just may be the hobby or endeavor that leads to a fulfilling career... just like Mr. Jeffers.
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