Ezra Jack Keats
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) is the Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Snowy Day , which broke ground in 1962 as one of the first picture books for young children to portray a realistic, multicultural urban setting. Since its initial publication, The Snowy Day has come to be regarded as both a children's classic and one of the most important picture books ever written/illustrated. Ezra Jack Keats' legacy lives on in the popularity of his most famous character, Peter--the star of The Snowy...See more
Ezra Jack Keats (1916-1983) is the Caldecott Medal-winning author of The Snowy Day , which broke ground in 1962 as one of the first picture books for young children to portray a realistic, multicultural urban setting. Since its initial publication, The Snowy Day has come to be regarded as both a children's classic and one of the most important picture books ever written/illustrated. Ezra Jack Keats' legacy lives on in the popularity of his most famous character, Peter--the star of The Snowy Day, Whistle for Willie, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, Goggles , and others. Visit the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation online at ... See less
Ezra Jack Keats's Featured Books
Ezra Jack Keats book reviews
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The Snowy Day
Bought for a friend
by MsBlesst, Apr 12, 2018
I purchased this for someone who had been searching for a long time. She was quite excited that I was able to find it on Alibris.
I did not read the book, but she gives it a big thumbs up. Read More
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Keats's Neighborhood: An Ezra Jack Keats Treasury
Excellent overview
by Shorty, Jul 30, 2009
"Keat's Neighborhood" is an excellent sampling of Keat's work. I appreciated the insight offered by the guest commentators and editor. This is a great book for children and for those who appreciate ... Read More
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Whistle for Willie
Must reading
by swilkin, May 14, 2009
I wore out a copy of this book when my kids were small and now I'm wearing out this copy with my grandkids. The author shares what it's like when you can't do something and the joy of finally being ... Read More
