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A video interview with

Lois Ehlert

Lois Ehlert

Lois Ehlert’s unique children’s books, such as Color Zoo, reflect her creative and curious mind. In this exclusive video interview with Reading Rockets, Lois Ehlert discusses her early love for art and how she continually strives to create highly original children’s books.

Click on the links below§ to watch this interview online or to download it. You can also read the interview transcript or a short biography of Lois Ehlert, or see a selected list of her children’s books.

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  • A creative family (2:30)

    Lois Ehlert grew up in a house where everybody seemed to be making things. Watch this video clip to learn more about her artistic upbringing.

  • Nothing more sensible (1:00)

    Lois Ehlert's parents supported her artistic interests as a young girl and as a young adult.

  • Still working its magic (2:30)

    The old card table that Lois Ehlert used as a young girl accompanied her through art school and into her adult life. Recently, children visiting the Milwaukee Art Museum used the same table for drawing their own pictures.

  • The flow of art and text (2:30)

    As a graphic designer, Lois Ehlert has enjoyed the freedom of writing, illustrating, and designing her own books.

  • Not satisfied with sequels (:45)

    As an artist, Lois Ehlert prefers to experiment and develop a unique personality for each of her books.

  • Oddball skills (1:30)

    She is an artist who isn't afraid to wire, sew, glue, cut, paint, or photograph. Watch this video clip to learn how she absorbed some of these skills.

  • You're the person in the book (2:00)

    Whether it's planting a garden or making vegetable soup, Lois Ehlert likes to encourage interaction and participation from readers.

  • The next generation (2:30)

    When Lois Ehlert gives workshops for children, she spreads out a wide array of art supplies on the tables. Not surprisingly, she also encourages kids to bring everyday supplies from home.

§ To play this clip, you'll need a copy of the free RealOne Player. Most computers already have it installed, or you can download it now.

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