Martin Waddell
Martin Waddell (born 10 April 1941) is an Irish writer of children's books. He may be known best for the texts of picture books that feature anthropomorphic animals, especially the Little Bear series, illustrated by Barbara Firth, and Owl Babies , illustrated by Patrick Bensen. He also writes under the pen name Catherine Sefton for older children, primarily ghost stories and mystery fiction. Otley was his debut. After completing the series he never returned to the genre. For his "lasting...See more
Martin Waddell (born 10 April 1941) is an Irish writer of children's books. He may be known best for the texts of picture books that feature anthropomorphic animals, especially the Little Bear series, illustrated by Barbara Firth, and Owl Babies , illustrated by Patrick Bensen. He also writes under the pen name Catherine Sefton for older children, primarily ghost stories and mystery fiction. Otley was his debut. After completing the series he never returned to the genre. For his "lasting contribution" as a children's writer Waddell received the Hans Christian Andersen Medal in 2004. See less
Martin Waddell's Featured Books
Martin Waddell book reviews
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The Park in the Dark
A wonderful book to read to children
by Ronald N, May 15, 2015
I bought The Dark in the Park to read to children at a local grade school. The book is very large and beautifully illustrated and ideal for reading to small groups. It is of three child play ... Read More
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The Happy Hedgehog Band
Love This Book
I teach kdgt. and I ask the children to make a homemade instrument to share in class. They have been very creative with this activity. Some have been as simple as a paper towel holder taped shut on ... Read More
