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Famous Children's Authors Worksheet

Explore the works of famous children's authors with this Grade 2 ELA worksheet.

Grade 2 ELA ReadingReading Genres and TypesLiteratureChildren's Authors
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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.2.4CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.2.3
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Famous Children's Authors

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Dr. Seuss, whose real name was Theodor Seuss Geisel, wrote many wonderful books for children. He loved to use rhyming words and silly characters like the Lorax and the Cat in the Hat. His books often teach important lessons in a fun way. Another famous author is Beatrix Potter. She wrote about animals that act like people, such as Peter Rabbit. Her stories have beautiful drawings that she made herself. Both authors left us with many beloved stories to read and enjoy!

1. What was Dr. Seuss's real name?

a

Peter Rabbit

b

Beatrix Potter

c

Theodor Seuss Geisel

d

The Lorax

2. Beatrix Potter wrote stories about   that act like people.

3. Dr. Seuss loved to use   words in his books.

4. Beatrix Potter drew her own pictures for her books.

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True

F

False

5. Name one book written by Dr. Seuss.

6. Imagine you are a children's author. What kind of story would you write? What would your main character be like?