Dr. Seuss: The Great Doodler

A biography of the life of Theodor Geisel, also known as Dr. Seuss, from his childhood to his death, highlighting his career as a writer and artist.

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48 pages· 1,542 words· Est. 12 min read-aloud

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Explore the journey of Theodor Geisel, a boy with a sketchpad, who transformed into Dr. Seuss. From a Boy Scout drawing zany creatures to a Pulitzer Prize-winning author, his story is filled with creativity and determination. Follow his path through advertising, political cartoons, and the creation of forty-five unforgettable children's books. What inspired his imaginative worlds and characters? Dive into the life of the Great Doodler and uncover the magic behind the man who brought joy to millions. Includes original sketches and fun facts for young readers ready to embark on their own reading adventure.

From the publisher

A Step 3 Biography Reader about Theodor Geisel and his transformation from a doodler into the beloved Dr. Seuss. Little Ted Geisel always had a sketchpad and pencil in hand. He was a Boy Scout with a penchant for creating zany creatures. He grew up with a love of books and words from his mother, and his inventor father spawned a wildly imaginative and perfectionist side. It’s no wonder that these qualities led to the beloved work of Dr. Seuss, the Great Doodler. Follow his career as an ad man, political cartoonist, creator of forty-five indelible children’s books, and Pulitzer Prize winner. Not bad for a lifelong doodler! Includes fun facts and several of Dr. Seuss’s original sketches and artwork! Selected as one of the Best Children’s Books of the Year-2017, by the Bank Street College of Education and Children’s Book Committee! Step 3 Readers feature engaging characters in easy-to-follow plots about popular topics. For children who are ready to read on their own.

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