Slade, Susanne

Suzanne Buckingham Slade is the author of over 70 books for children. Her works include picture books and biographies, as well as titles about nature, science, and sports. Her recent picture books include Animals are Sleeping (2008), What’s New at the Zoo? (2009) and What’s the Difference? (2010).  This fall, Albert Whitman & Company will release her newest title, Climbing Lincoln’s Steps (Illustrated by Coretta Scott King Honor artist, Colin Bootman).  Ms. Slade holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering and worked in the engineering field before beginning her writing career. Living near Chicago with her husband and children, Ms. Slade shares her passion for reading and writing with children all across the country with her popular school visits and virtual author visits via Skype.