Jon Scieszka
Children's Author

Jon Scieszka Net Worth

Jon Scieszka is an American children's author born on September 8, 1954 in Flint, MI. He is best known for his collaborations with artist Lane Smith, such as the Trucktown series and the Time Warp Trio. His works have been praised for their humor and creativity, making him a beloved author among children and adults alike.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day September 8, 1954
Birth Place Flint, MI
Age 69 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Virgo

💰 Net worth: $85 Million (2024)

About

American children's author known for his numerous picture book collaborations with Artist Lane Smith. His best-known works include the Trucktown series and the Time Warp Trio.

Before Fame

He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Michigan's Albion College and his Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from New York's Columbia University.

Trivia

His popular non-serial children's works include Math Curse and The Stinky Cheese Man.

Family Life

He and his five brothers grew up in Michigan and Indiana. His marriage to Jerilyn Hansen produced a son and a daughter.

Associated With

He and fellow children's author Kate DiCamillo were both appointed the Library of Congress's National Ambassador for Young People's Literature in 2008 and 2014, respectively.

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