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Ezra Jack Keats was the first author to introduce and subsequently cross social boundaries by being the first American picture book maker to give African-American characters a central place in children’s literature. The characters in Ezra Jack Keats’ books are inspired from the community around him. Many of his stories illustrate themes that all of us can relate to in one way or another. For example, some of his themes include, family life, the simple pleasures while growing up, and more complex problems that a child often encounters in his daily routine. His most famous characters include, Peter, Louie, Archie, Amy, Susie, Roberto, Jennie, Maggie, Willie, the dog, and the adults who preside over their lives. Each of Ezra Jack Keats’ characters’ is central to at least one story and then each pops up as a supporting character in others. The Snowy Day is Ezra Jack Keats’ masterpiece. The story perfectly captures the magical essence of experiencing the season’s first snowfall and the anticipation at the possibility of another enchanting day in the snow.

Ezra Jack Keats was the first author to introduce and subsequently cross social boundaries by being the first American picture book maker to give African-American characters a central place in children’s literature. The characters in Ezra Jack Keats’ books are inspired from the community around him. Many of his stories illustrate themes that all of us can relate to in one way or another. For example, some of his themes include, family life, the simple pleasures while growing up, and more complex problems that a child often encounters in his daily routine. His most famous characters include, Peter, Louie, Archie, Amy, Susie, Roberto, Jennie, Maggie, Willie, the dog, and the adults who preside over their lives. Each of Ezra Jack Keats’ characters’ is central to at least one story and then each pops up as a supporting character in others. The Snowy Day is Ezra Jack Keats’ masterpiece. The story perfectly captures the magical essence of experiencing the season’s first snowfall and the anticipation at the possibility of another enchanting day in the snow.

Posted on Monday, May 11, 2009.
ireadkidsbooks I read kids books is what I do. It's just me, reading kids books and writing my thoughts. I have a M.Ed. in Children's Literature, so in my years of researching children’s literature, I’ve found that children’s literature is essential to the personal and academic development of all children because it is a window that not only opens, but also reflects the diversity of our human experience. More importantly, it lets young readers and readers of all ages know that children and people like them are worthy of being in books. If you have any questions, comments, observations, or if you just want to say hello, send me an email.
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