Unveiling the World of Children's Literature with Peter Brown
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In this episode, our host Laura Glaab sits down with the talented author and illustrator Peter Brown to explore his incredible journey from aspiring animator to award-winning children's author. Join us as Brown shares the unexpected success of "Creepy Carrots" and the Horn Book award-winning "Mr. Tiger Goes Wild." Delve into the inspiration behind his popular "Wild Robot" series and learn about his thoughts on technology and AI, the impact of his books on readers, and the emotional experiences shared by teachers and students.
Discover the intricacies of crafting children's literature, and gain insights into Brown’s writing process, his personal favorites, and the invaluable advice that has shaped his career. So, grab your favorite book and join us for a captivating conversation about the power of storytelling and creativity.
Timestamps
00:00 Author Peter Brown discusses his work in 2023.
03:27 Thrilling robot wilderness story series resonates widely.
07:41 Book about survival through kindness and community, with surprising robot behavior.
14:14 Brown as an art school graduate takes on writing challenges.
17:03 Both children and teachers enjoy and learn from books.
25:54 Unexpectedly won Caldecott Honor for Creepy Carrots.
29:33 Artist discovered passion for storytelling through art.
33:11 Brown discusses his first book as challenging, but his second book as easier to create.
35:27 Brown discusses how his character communicates with animals secretly, but how that interplays with his mixed feelings towards zoos.
37:33 Brown wanted art school, but considered other options like being a naturalist.
42:16 How “The Hobbit” changed Brown’s life
Connect with Peter Brown
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-brown-abbab720b/
Website: http://www.peterbrownstudio.com
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About your Host, Laura Glaab
Laura Glaab is a VP of Strategy at Amira Learning. She is a lifetime educator following behind educator parents, grandparents, and great-grandparents.
She's worked as a teacher and leader in public, private, and charter schools in places as far as India and as close to home as Boulder, Colorado. She holds degrees from Stanford, the University of Wyoming, and Kellogg School of Management.
Everyone should read Saint Joan by George Bernard Shaw and the entire Piggie and Elephant Collection by Mo Willems.
Connect with Laura
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-glaab/
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