Early life
Awards
Books
miscellaneous
Personal Life
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Where did Chis Van Dusen grow up?
Portland, Me
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What was his first Award?
Down to the sea with Mr.Magee, in 2000 Children's book of the month selection.
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Name 3 of Chris van Dusen's books
“Down To The Sea With Mr. Magee” “A Camping Spree With Mr. Magee” “If I Built A Car” “Mercy Watson To The Rescue” “Mercy Watson Goes For A Ride” “Mercy Watson Fights Crime” “Mercy Watson Princess In Disguise” “Mercy Watson Thinks Like A Pig” “Mercy Watson Something Wonky This Way Comes” “The Circus Ship” “Learning To Ski With Mr. Magee” “Ring Hugo’s Huge Ego” “Randy Riley’s Really Big Hit” “If I Built A House” “President Taft Is Stuck In The Bath” “Leroy Ninker Saddles Up”
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Did he start illustrating or writing first?
Writing.
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What is his newest book that he wrote and illustrated?
If I build A House.
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When was he born?
St.Patricks day, in 1960
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How many awards has he received?
21 Awards
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What is most recognized/noticed about his books?
The colors he uses
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Does he illustrate books for other authors?
Yes.
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What are his hobbies?
-Hiking -Used to draw all the time with his two brothers -His specialty was aliens, robots, and monsters
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Where did he go collage?
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth.
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Does one book have multiple awards?
yes
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Who illustrates his books?
Chris Van Dusen illustrate his own books.
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Who inspired him?
Dr.Suess and Robert McCloskey.
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How old is he?
Age- 55
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First Job offered?
A part time job at a magazine company.
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witch book has the most awards?
Mercy Watson series, illustrated by him
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How many books has he written?
8 books
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How does Maine tie into his books?
1.Landscape 2.Mid Coast region 3.Mr. Magee lives in Maine
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What did he do for more then 10 years?
Worked as a freelance illustrator specializing in art for kids.
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Where did his illustrations appear?
Nickelodeon, Disney adventure, and Family Fun.
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Has he received the same award more then once?
What is, Junior library guild selection.
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Which one of his books is based on a real event?
The circus ship
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What books has he illustrated? (Name 3)
“Mercy Watson To The Rescue” “Mercy Watson Goes For A Ride” “Mercy Watson Fights Crime” “Mercy Watson Princess In Disguise” “Mercy Watson Thinks Like A Pig” “Mercy Watson Something Wonky This Way Comes” “President Taft Is Stuck In The Bath” “Leroy Ninker Saddles Up”
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Where/what is he doing now?
Now lives in a small town on the coast of Maine. Lives with his wife and 2 sons, and a yellow lab
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