After asking many children in the age groups of five to seven years old, a pattern of would emerge of which authors were the "best". These two authors, among a few others, quite commonly are viewed as the kings of children's books.

The first, and my personal childhood favorite, author is Eric Carle. Known for books like The Very Hungry Caterpillar, The Grouchy Ladybug, Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See. and many other classics, Eric Carle is known for cute, adventurous books.  Eric Carle generally writes for a little younger age group, so ages 3-5 fit would enjoy his books better.

What makes Eric Carle's books so grand, you may ask? Eric Carle using many different techniques to make his works recognizable and unique, like using a distinct collage technique and using flashing lights and actual sounds in his books.

Eric Carle books have been around since 1967 as continue to inspire the mind of young children, playing a role in developing a child's creativity and imagination. I know that his works have played a role in my life, from reading them in the library to the classroom.

How could I talk about childrens books without mentioning Dr. Seuss? Publishing over 60 childrens books, Dr. Seuss used his own unique, creative, and complicated style. Not only did Dr. Seuss write his stories using a technique called trisyllabic meter, he drew each picture for his books.

Dr. Seuss wrote legendary stories like The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish. I know teenagers that still love to read some of Dr. Seuss's works.

Dr. Seuss liked to put a moral in his stories, teaching children good lessons early in life. Not only are Dr. Seuss stories entertaining, catchy, and popular, but they help children grow into responsible citizens and adults.