Avis Horowitz

Drop In #3

SLM 521 Spring 2006

Favorite Author Cyberhunt

Today we will explore the Internet in search of some of our favorite authors.

The websites we will visit have lots of information but it is your job as cyber sleuths to find the right information. I will give you a few hints to help you get started.

Magic Tree House – Mary Pope Osborne is the author of the Magic Tree House books. Her books take you on journeys through time. (Hint: look in the biography of the author section)

Find the name of the island where Ms. Osborne camped in a cave.

Lemony Snicket- Lemony Snicket is the author of the Series of Unfortunate Events. He takes us into the lives of the unfortunate Baudelaire children. (Hint: look for the “afflicted author” page.)

What is the name of the man who speaks for Mr.Snicket in the real world?

Bruce Coville – Bruce Coville has created many memorable characters such as magic talking rats and flying dragons. His books take us to world of fantasy and magic.

What was the title of the first book Bruce Coville

published?

Beverly Cleary - Ramona Quimby, Runaway Ralph and Socks the Cat are just a few of Beverly Cleary’s funny characters. So celebrate this wonderful author’s 90^th birthday by visiting her website.

Find out which of Beverly Cleary’s characters enjoys school until she must learn to write in cursive?

Chris Van Allsburg – This illustrator/author has created books that have become classic movies such as,The Polar Express. His website has many of his most famous illustrations. (Hint: Look at the timeline)

What is the title of Chris Van Allsburg’s most recent book?

Louis Sachar – This author’s books include such favorites as Holes and the Wayside School. His most recent book, Small Steps, looks at what happens to Armpit after he leaves Camp Green Lake. (Hint: Look at the FAQ section)

What is the name of one of Louis Sachar’s favorite characters?

Thanks for being a cyber sleuth!!!!! J