Who is Children's Book Author Jan Brett

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Jan Brett's Childrens Books

We were first turned on to Jan Brett by my sister-in-law. Since then, we have been reading Jan Brett stories to our kids. Titles like The Mitten, The Hat, and Gingerbread Baby are heart warming stories all children can relate to.

Jan has a lot of wonderful things on her website, such as how to draw videos and coloring pages for her different characters. I hope you enjoy this tribute to Jan Brett.

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Jan Brett's Latest Book

Three Little Dassies by Jan Brett

Jan promoted her latest book, Three Little Dassies, on her 2010 Fall Tour.

The 3 Little Dassies

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Pre-Order the latest Jan Brett book today.

Release Date: 09/21/2010

Jan Brett how to draw videos

Great videos which teach you how to draw

Not only does Jan Brett write great books, she is a master illustrator. She also loves to teach and provides some great resources on her website.

On Jan Brett's video website, Jan Brett Videos, Jan teaches kids how to draw her amazing creatures in her books. Below are some links to Jan's how to draw videos
How to Draw a Dolphin
How to Draw a Baby Polar Bear
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How to Draw Horses
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How to Draw a Dog
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How to Draw a Gingerbread Baby
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Jan Brett's blog

I hope to follow her on creating new books and book tours.

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The Entire Jan Brett book collection

I believe this is the entire Jan Brett book collection. If you know of another book, please leave it in the comments below.

The Hat by Jan Brett

The Hat by Jan Brett

When Lisa's woolen stocking flies off the clothesline, Hedgie finds it and pokes his nose in. He tries to pull it out, but the stocking gets stuck on his prickles -- and the fun begins.

A mother hen comes by, then a noisy goose, a talkative barn cat, a playful farm dog, a mama pig and her piglets, and a pony. They all laugh at Hedgie, especially when he pretends he's wearing a new hat. But in the end, it is clever Hedgie who has the last laugh.

And w...1 point

Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's Christmas Treasury by Jan Brett

This gorgeous Christmas collection combines seven of Jan Brett's most famous, highly acclaimed, best-selling, beloved books: The Mitten, The Wild Christmas Reindeer, Trouble with Trolls, The Twelve Days of Christmas, The Hat, Christmas Trolls, and The Night Before Christmas. Jan Brett's exquisite art is universally recognized as being among the finest in children's books today. In this incredible volume readers can enter her world and experience the stunning natural settings and the endearing ch...1 point

Armadillo Rodeo by Jan Brett

Armadillo Rodeo by Jan Brett

When Bo spots what he thinks is a "rip-roarin', rootin'-tootin', shiny red armadillo," he knows what he has to do. Follow that armadillo! Bo leaves his mother and three brothers behind and takes off for a two-stepping, bronco-bucking adventure. Jan Brett turns her considerable talents toward the Texas countryside in this amusing story of an armadillo on his own.1 point

The First Dog by Jan Brett

The First Dog by Jan Brett

The exciting and imaginative story of Kip, the Cave Boy, making his way home and his dog, Palewolf, following him. Full-color illustrations.1 point

The Mitten 20th Anniversary Edition by Jan Brett

The Mitten 20th Anniversary Edition by Jan Brett

Millions of readers have fallen in love with Jan Brett's The Mitten, and over 2.5 million copies have been sold since publication in 1989. This striking oversized anniversary edition with a silver foil jacket and a fresh image of the woodland animals will attract fans old and new, and adult collectors of Jan Brett's books.

Set in a snowy forest, the fun begins when, one by one, animals crawl into Nicki's lost white mitten to get warm until the bear sneezes, sending the animals fly...

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Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett

Hedgie Blasts Off! by Jan Brett

More than anything Hedgie wants to be an astronaut and travel into space. He gets his chance the day the geyser, Big Sparkler, starts to sputter and fade, disappointing all the alien tourists, who fly to the tiny planet of Mikkop to throw coins into Big Sparkler and look at the strange flowers that survive on its sparkles.

Because only Hedgie can fit into a small space ship, he flies to Mikkop, where he not only finds out what is clogging up Big Sparkler, but fixes the problem in a most unusual....

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The Umbrella by Jan Brett

The Umbrella by Jan Brett

A walk through the Costa Rican cloud forest provides a wonderfully lush setting for Jan Brett's beloved animal illustrations. When Carlos drops his umbrella to climb a tree for a better view of the animals, they all cram into the banana-leaf umbrella as it floats by--from the little tree frog to the baby tapir to the big jaguar and more. It gets so crowded in the umbrella that there isn't even enough room for a little hummingbird! So over the umbrella tumbles, everyone falls out, and poor Carlos...0 points

Comet's Nine Lives by Jan Brett

Comet's Nine Lives by Jan Brett

Comet a cat goes adventuring and starts to endanger his nine lives. Great illustrations.0 points

Christmas Trolls by Jan Brett

Christmas Trolls by Jan Brett

Christmas is Treva's favorite time of the year. But this year, decorations and presents are mysteriously disappearing. When Treva follows a small creature making off with the Christmas pudding, she discovers two irresistible trolls who want to have Christmas, but don't understand it. Jan Brett's trademark luminous paintings give readers a magical Christmas full of surprises.

"Luminous, richly detailed...a visual treasure trove." -Publishers Weekly0 points

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On Noah's Ark by Jan Brett

On Noah's Ark by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's intricate illustrations against a beautiful papyrus background make a stunning picture book of a favorite story-this time featuring Noah's granddaughter. As the floodwaters rise, she helps take the animals onto the ark and get them settled down. But it's not easy when giraffes are sleeping next to pandas and lions are curled up with turkeys. Finally the gentle rocking of the ark lulls them all to sleep until the waters recede and Grandpa Noah, his family, and all the animals leave th...0 points

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The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett

The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett

Aloo-ki glances up from fishing and sees her sled dogs floating off on an ice floe. She races after them and comes upon an igloo. Being a curious girl, she goes inside only to find no one home. That's because the polar bear family who lives there is out walking while their breakfast cools off. Aloo-ki eats some soup, tries on their boots, and finally crawls into the smallest bed for a nap. Meanwhile, Papa, Mama, and Baby Bear see her dogs adrift, swim out to rescue them and return home to f...0 points

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Honey... Honey... Lion! by Jan Brett

Honey... Honey... Lion! by Jan Brett

The African plains provide a stunning environment for Jan Brett's latest animal adventure. For as long as anyone can remember, the honeyguide bird and the African honey badger have been partners when it comes to honey:Honeyguide finds the honeycomb, Badger breaks it open, and they share the sweetness inside.

But this day, Badger keeps all the honey for himself. Foolish Badger!

In no time,Honeyguide leads Badger on a fast chase.Badger thinks it's for honey; but Honeyguide has a surprise...0 points

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Who's That Knocking on Christmas Eve? by Jan Brett

Who's That Knocking on Christmas Eve? by Jan Brett

Every year, trolls knock down Kyri's door and gobble up her Christmas feast. But this year, the trolls are in for a surprise: a boy and his pet ice bear on their way to Oslo have come in from the cold. And once the ice bear is finished with the trolls, you can bet they won't come knocking next Christmas Eve!

Once again, Jan Brett creates an original Christmas story full of warmth and magic. Featuring beautiful borders, intricate illustrations, and a stunning display of the Northern Lights, Who'...0 points

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Annie and the Wild Animals by Jan Brett

Annie and the Wild Animals by Jan Brett

When Annie's cat disappears, she attempts friendship with a variety of unsuitable woodland animals. The borders of the pages foretell the emergence of spring and the birth of kittens.0 points

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The Wild Christmas Reindeer by Jan Brett

The Wild Christmas Reindeer by Jan Brett

Little Teeka thought she had to be firm with the reindeer to get them ready for Santa's important flight, but when her bossy yelling only got their antlers tangled up, she knew she had to try something different. "Beautifully conceived and finely wrought." -- Booklist (starred review) "Brett's precise, glowing illustrations, drawing on Swedish folk art, make this a beguiling Advent calendar of a book." -- Kirkus Reviews "[A] sweet Christmas fantasy that shows Brett at her best." -- Publishers We...0 points

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Jan Brett's Snowy Treasury by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's Snowy Treasury by Jan Brett

Four of Jan Brett%uFFFDu2019s bestsellers together in a gorgeous treasury.

Jan Brett%uFFFDu2019s fans count her %uFFFDu201Csnowy%uFFFDu201D books set in irresistible winter landscapes among their favorites. Now they can own a beautiful edition containing four of her bestselling titles: Gingerbread Baby, The Mitten, The Hat and The Three Snow Bears, set in Switzerland, the Ukraine, Denmark and the Arctic, respectively. Memorable characters, such as the mischievous Gingerbread Baby, the woodland a...

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The 3 Little Dassies by Jan Brett

The 3 Little Dassies by Jan Brett

The Three Little Pigs with a twist! In the tradition of her bestseller The Three Snow Bears, Jan Brett finds inspiration for her version of a familiar story in Namibia, where red rock mountains and vivid blue skies are home to appealing little dassies and hungry eagles.

Mimbi, Pimbi and Timbi hope to find Òa place cooler, a place less crowded, a place safe from eagles!Ó to build their new homes. The handsomely dressed Agama Man watches from the borders as the eagle flies down to flap and clap un...

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Hedgie's Surprise by Jan Brett

Hedgie's Surprise by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's beloved character Hedgie stars in this charming story about a little Tomten who gets tired of porridge for breakfast and starts stealing Henny's eggs. But Henny wants a brood of chicks and she needs her eggs. With the help of clever Hedgie, she substitutes an acorn, a strawberry, a mushroom and finally a potato in her nest. But nothing stops that Tomten until the little hedgehog hides in Henny's nest: when the Tomten reaches in to get his morning treat, all he gets is a handful of pr...0 points

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Jan Brett's Little Library by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's Little Library by Jan Brett

Now you can savor all three Jan Brett board books in one beautifully illustrated gift set. Jan Brett's Little Library features three of her best-loved titles, The Mitten, The Hat, and Gingerbread Baby, available for the first time in board, together in a sturdy slipcase decorated with Jan's signature illustrations. A welcome addition to anyone's Jan Brett collection, it makes a perfect gift year round-for the holidays, for a new baby, for birthdays.0 points

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Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett

Gingerbread Baby by Jan Brett

Remember how the Gingerbread Boy is eaten by the fox? Well, not this Gingerbread Baby in a delicious twist to a favorite old tale.

It all begins when Matti opens the oven too soon and out jumps a cheeky little Gingerbread Baby. He leads Matti's mother and father, the dog and the cat, and a whole colorful cast of characters on a rollicking chase through the village and into the forest, staying just out of reach, daring them to catch him all along the way.

But Matti's not with them. He's at home in....0 points

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Town Mouse, Country Mouse by Jan Brett

Town Mouse, Country Mouse by Jan Brett

A story filled with suspense and humor, this classic tale of a town mouse and a country mouse takes a new twist in the imaginative and talented hands of Jan Brett. She introduces two engaging mouse couples eager to get away from their everyday lives. But when they agree to swap homes, they find unexpected adventures around every corner. Lush green scenes alternate with the elegant details of a fine Victorian townhouse to make a sumptuous and stunning picture book.0 points

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Gingerbread Friends by Jan Brett

Gingerbread Friends by Jan Brett

That popular little character is back looking for friends, in an adventure he'll never forget.

Confident and cocky, the Gingerbread Baby happens upon a bakery, where he dances and prances in front of a sugar cookie girl, trying to make friends. But she just stares and doesn't say a word, like all the other sweet treats he tries to meet.

Discouraged, the Gingerbread Baby runs home, chased by a long line of hungry creatures, where Mattie has a fantastic surprise for him-gingerbread friends...

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Berlioz the Bear by Jan Brett

Berlioz the Bear by Jan Brett

Berlioz and his bear orchestra are playing the gala ball in the village square at eight o'clock. But a strange buzzing sound coming from inside Berlioz's double bass causes him to steer the mule-driven bandwagon of musicians into a hole in the road. Who will rescue the wagon? Readers will be surprised at the answer. "Quintessential Brett and a pleasure to behold."--Booklist. Full color.0 points

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Trouble with Trolls by Jan Brett

Trouble with Trolls by Jan Brett

Treva's trouble with trolls begins when she climbs Mount Baldy with her dog Tuffi. The trolls who live there long for a dog, and they try to kidnap him. But Treva is brave and quick-thinking. She outwits one troll after another until she reaches the very top of the mountain, where five trolls are waiting--and they want her dog! From underground to mountain peak, Jan Brett's story is filled with adventure and eye-catching detail.

"With the flavor of a Scandinavian folktalke, this engaging picture book...0 points

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The Easter Egg by Jan Brett

The Easter Egg by Jan Brett

Jan Brett's lovable bunny hero, Hoppi, and her remarkable Easter Rabbit will enchant readers as they pore over illustrations filled with dazzling eggs made by Flora Bunny, Aunt Sassyfrass and others.

If Hoppi can make the best Easter egg, he will get to help the Easter Rabbit deliver the eggs on Easter morning. But it is not so easy. Discouraged, he goes into the woods to think when a blue robin's egg tumbles out of its nest. Hoppi keeps it safe and warm until the baby bird hatches, and...

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Jan Brett News

Marchers arrive at gallery
Books Galore! Millions of books available at discounted prices! Fiction, thrillers, biographies,... Johannesburg - Marchers arrived at the Goodman Gallery in Johannesburg at about noon on Tuesday to protest against The Spear painting, which depicts ...
BeanTree Learning Families Donate Hundreds of Children's Books to Area ...
With books by Dr. Seuss, Beatrix Potter, Jan Brett, and even Sandra Boynton's board books for our toddlers, these donations will make a significant difference in many children's lives," said Pineda. Since launching "Love of Literacy," BeanTree Learning ...
Regatta books top country act
Moore drove to Nashville, Tenn. on Jan. 1, 2004 in an old black Nissan truck that contained one bag and his guitar. He immersed himself in the songwriting community, observing songwriters' rounds for two years and honing his craft before gaining the ...
NFL Capsules: Goodell confident bounty hunting no longer issue
The NFL said it found that former Saints defensive coordinator Gregg Williams oversaw a bounty program in New Orleans from 2009 to 2011 which paid off-the-books bonuses of $1500 for "knockouts," or hits which forced a player out of games, and $1000 for ...

Jan Brett audio books

Jan Brett's books are also published with an audio cd allowing children to listen and read along to the marvelous stories.
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Shout Out For Jan Brett!

Share your stories, sightings, thoughts, rants, raves...

  • ckm Dec 21, 2009 @ 12:23 am | delete
    My son loves the Gingerbread Baby and the Gingerbread Friends books!
  • KarateKatGraphics Oct 6, 2009 @ 4:00 pm | delete
    She is outrageously talented. Love the lens! 5* and rolling this to squidoo.com/best-board-books
  • JoyfulPamela Sep 13, 2009 @ 9:56 am | delete
    Mrs. Brett is one of my children's favorite authors! Her website has some wonderful activities and manipulatives. Thank you for writing this lens about her work!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Aug 20, 2009 @ 10:31 pm | delete
    Jan Brett not only is a beautiful illustrator, she also has a wonderful site with games, activities and worksheets for teaching young children. I especially like the mitten activity where children can cut out and color the animals from the mitten.

    First graders can copy the names of the animals from the board or the book onto the back of the animals in order to help them with beginning reading and writing skills.

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