Newbery-winning author and naturalist
Jean Craighead George, who inspired many children to pursue careers in the natural sciences, died May 15th in New York. George wrote more than 100 books for young adults, including the popular Newbery Medal-winning
Julie of the Wolves. Since writing her first book in 1949, she strived to bring a love of nature to her readers.
Click here for an obituary from School Library Journal.
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