Eileen Christelow
Eileen Christelow is an American writer and illustrator of children's books, both fiction and non-fiction. She is best known for her series about the Five Little Monkeys, starting with her retelling of the classic nursery rhyme "Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed." Other notable books include stories set in her home state of Vermont; stories featuring Emma the Desperate Dog; and Vote!, a non-fiction work about the voting process. Christelow worked as a freelance photographer and graphic designer before deciding to try her hand at writing and illustrating children's picture books. Her books often celebrate storytelling, curiosity, and mischief, appealing to children and educators alike.
Awards
['Wisconsin Golden Archer Award', 'Washington Irving Fiction Award', 'Land of Enchantment Award', 'Maud Hart Lovelace Award', "International Reading Association/Children's Book Council Children's Choice", "American Library Association Notable Children's Book", 'Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award']
Notable Works
['Five Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed', 'Five Little Monkeys Sitting in a Tree', 'Vote!', 'What Do Illustrators Do?', 'Letters from a Desperate Dog']
