Meet noted author and illustrator Aliki at her home in England as she talks about her books and drawing techniques plus does an illustration for the camera. -20 mins

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Topics for classroom discussion and assignments:

• What does Aliki say is the reason she uses only one name on her books?

• What name would you use professionally if you were to become an author.  Why?

• What does Aliki mean when she says that “I am only 7 years old when I write a book.”  Write a short story from the perspective of someone much younger than you are — or much older. 

• Who does Aliki say first encouraged her to be an illustrator?  Write an essay on who encourages you — and how. If you prefer, write an essay on someone that you have been able to encourage.