Martin Waddell
Martin Waddell (born 10 April 1941) is an Irish writer of children's books. He may be known best for the texts of picture books that feature anthropomorphic animals, especially the Little Bear series, illustrated by Barbara Firth, and Owl Babies , illustrated by Patrick Bensen. He also writes under the pen name Catherine Sefton for older children, primarily ghost stories and mystery fiction. Otley was his debut. After completing the series he never returned to the genre. For his "lasting...See more
Martin Waddell (born 10 April 1941) is an Irish writer of children's books. He may be known best for the texts of picture books that feature anthropomorphic animals, especially the Little Bear series, illustrated by Barbara Firth, and Owl Babies , illustrated by Patrick Bensen. He also writes under the pen name Catherine Sefton for older children, primarily ghost stories and mystery fiction. Otley was his debut. After completing the series he never returned to the genre. For his "lasting contribution" as a children's writer Waddell received the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 2004. See less
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Martin Waddell book reviews
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The Happy Hedgehog Band
Love This Book
I teach kdgt. and I ask the children to make a homemade instrument to share in class. They have been very creative with this activity. Some have been as simple as a paper towel holder taped shut on ... Read More
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The Big Big Sea
This is a gorgeous book for children but particularly for mum's to read to their daughters. There is a line in it about "that's what life should always be like" that brings a lump to my throat ... Read More