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Lynne Berry: Scientist and Children’s Author

Lynne Berry’s latest book for young children, What Floats in a Boat, will be published in July 2013 by Simon & Schuster.

Lynne’s first publications for children were poems, including many published in Ladybug magazine. In 2005, Henry Holt published her first book, Duck Skates, illustrated by Hiroe Nakata. Since then she has published three more books in this series for children ages three and up: Duck Dunks, Duck Tents, and Ducking for Apples, all illustrated by Hiroe Nakata. Lynne’s other children’s book, The Curious Demise of a Contrary Cat, illustrated by Luke LaMarca, was published by Simon & Schuster.

Lynne graduated from Wellesley College in 1994 with a degree in biology and from Vanderbilt University in 1997 with a Ph.D. in cell biology, and she continues her work as Deputy Director of the Vanderbilt University School of Medicine’s Center for Quantitative Sciences.

photo from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

April 2013

Publications

Duck Dunks by Lynne Berry; Hiroe Nakata (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780805081282
Publication Date: 2008
Berry uses one or two short snappy sentences per page to describe the action to reinforce the frenetic movement. The fun is everywhere as these diminutive ducks, portrayed in little round splotches of color, radiate personality. This seasonal companion to the equally charming Duck Skates is sure to be a hit. A 2009 Bank Street - Best Children's Book of the Year. (School Library Journal)
Duck Skates by Lynne Berry; Hiroe Nakata (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780805072198
Publication Date: 2005
In her first book for children, Berry uses a simple, unforced rhyme to tell an active story about ducks romping in the snow, which makes counting simple numbers part of the fun. Kids will recognize the joyful movements of the birds, and the sounds of the words will turn them on to language. A lovely treat for the lap-sit crowd. (Booklist)
Duck Tents by Lynne Berry; Hiroe Nakata (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780805086966
Publication Date: 2009
A plot summary can’t convey this picture book’s charm, which lies in its cheerfully bouncing rhymed couplets and expressive ink-and-watercolor artwork. Both writer and illustrator understand young children’s thrill at being scared, but not too scared, before the story’s satisfying ending. (Booklist)
Ducking for Apples by Lynne Berry; Hiroe Nakata (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9780805089356
Publication Date: 2010
Berry's playful language and appropriate humor enliven the text and the jaunty rhythms and rhymes make this picture book ideal for group sharing. Math concepts are subtly sprinkled throughout, and slightly older readers will delight in the opportunities to count and practice basic addition skills. Delicate, yet comical illustrations complement this lively story; Nakata deftly portrays the ducklings' silliness and exuberance through delightful watercolors. This ducky picture book fits the bill. (School Library Journal)
The Curious Demise of a Contrary Cat by Lynne Berry; Luke LaMarca (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781416902119
Publication Date: 2006
The book design and the detailed pen-and-ink cartoon-style illustrations have just the right element of wackiness to fit the tone of the text. The repetition used in the text will make this a popular read-aloud, and the limited vocabulary puts the story within reach of beginning readers. Although the book has all the trappings of Halloween, that holiday isn't specifically mentioned, which will make this a delightful year-round read. (Booklist)

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Lynne Berry: Scientist and Children’s Author

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