This document provides biographical information about an author named George Ella Lyon who writes books for both children and adults. Some of her works have won awards such as the Jane Addams Book Award for portraying disabilities and the Schneider Family Book Award. The document discusses her background and upbringing, inspiration for her writing, and some of the themes in her stories like helping children cope with problems and allowing them to see different solutions.

1. By:
Whitney Gilbert
Lorena Zebrowski

2. Promotes…
“Peace, social justice,
world community, &
equality of the sexes
and all races”

3. given to an outstanding book that
portrays an
emotional, mental, or
physical disability
experience

4.  Poet, teacher, and author
 Writes for children and
adults
 Grew up in a home rich
with music and words

5. “…when we write or dance, sing or
draw or practice any of the arts:
we're listening to our hearts and
expressing what we hear.”

7.  Inspired by the author’s work with
Habitat for Humanity
 Community builds house for
Sharonda’s family

10.  Based upon author’s own experience
 Ginny LOVED reading, but had difficulties
 Ginny wears a patch to help
her with reading

12.  Stretches and stirs the imagination
 Author’s background influences her writing
 Helps children cope with problems
 Allows children to see different solutions
 Safe medium to see different roles

13. “My LIFE is rich, because I
get to do what I love
and share it with other people.
And the joy that gives me
is something money can't buy.”

14. Author’s Web Page:
http://www.georgeellalyon.com/
Focus Books’ Information:
http://www.georgeellalyon.com/books.html
Jane Addams Book Award:
http://www.janeaddamspeace.org/
Schneider Family Book Award:
http://www.ala.org/news/mediapresscenter/presskits/
youthmediaawards/schneiderfamilybookaward