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George Ella Lyon has written many books for young readers, including the award-winning picture book You and Me and Home Sweet Home, illustrated by Stephanie Anderson, which was named an Honor Book for the Jane Addam’s Award; All the Water in the World, illustrated by Katherine Tillotson and a Cheerios Spoonful of Stories selection; The Pirate of Kindergarten, illustrated by Lynne Avril and recipient of the Schneider Award; Mother to Tigers and No Dessert Forever!, both illustrated by Peter Catalanotto; Trucks Roll!, illustrated by Craig Frazier; and Planes Fly!, illustrated by Mick Wiggins. Her novel, Sonny’s House of Spies, earned two starred reviews and... Read full bio