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Jean Little was born in Tawain of Canadian parents. She moved to Canada as a young child and went to school here first attending a special school because of her extremely weak eyes, and then later attending regular public schools. She eventually became a teacher and an author of children's books. Her first book was about a ten-year-old girl who suffers from cerebral palsy. She has also written books about a child with ADHD, the baby of a family, and a blind girl. She has a gift for writing from a child's perspective with honesty and humour. Her work shines with joy, pain, and compassion.

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About.com: Spotlight on Jean Little A brief look at the author's life and comments on some of her books, particularly the reviewers 2 favorites, "Hey World, Here I Am!" and "From Anna." childrensbooks.about.com/cs/authorsillustrato/a/jeanlittle.htm

I'm Jean Little A summary of her life story and some book reviews. She takes up where her second book left off. www.jeanlittle.com

Jean Little's Visit A student reports on the author's visit to her school. www.cqsb.qc.ca/svs/434/gw/ejl.htm

The Green & White The School newspaper of Saint Vincent's Elementary School's special Jean Little edition. Features some of Jean Little's writing and student projects based upon a study of Jean Little. www.cqsb.qc.ca/svs/434/gw/jlgw.htm

Canadian Library Association (CLA): Jean Little Wins the Book of the Year for Children Award A brief account telling of the author, her book, and the award. www.cla.ca/top/whatsnew/divisions/capl/wnjl0302.htm

Southampton College Press Release: Southampton College Honors Jean Remmel Little as "Distinguished Citizen" Recognition for her "volunteer administrative and fundraising accomplishments for Southampton Hospital." www.southampton.liu.edu/news/pressrel/pr2003/remmel.htm