Moore, Lilian

Lilian Moore (1909-2004), known for her work as a children's author, poet, and educator, was born in New York City. She was educated at Hunter College, B.A., English, 1930; and did graduate work at Columbia University. Afterward, she began teaching elementary school. Skilled at working with illiterate children lead her to a position at New York's Bureau of Educational Research. She trained teachers to deal with reading difficulties. While she was working at the Bureau she began writing easy-to-read picture books. In addition to children's literature, she began the Scholastic's Arrow Book Club in 1957. Moore's first book of poetry, I feel the same way, appeared in 1967.

From the description of Lilian Moore papers, 1952-1969. (University of Oregon Libraries). WorldCat record id: 123358419

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