
Eric Carle
Born: June 25, 1929
Hometown: Syracuse, NY
The Book That “Made” Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?
Charitable Efforts: The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art offers programs and an educational foundation for arts integration and literacy.
Fun Fact: Carle worked as a graphic designer and was discovered by author and educator Bill Martin Jr. after his illustration of a bright red lobster caught Martin’s eye. In 1967, the duo went on to create Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? together.