Patricia Reilly Giff
Born: 01-01-1935
Patricia Reilly Giff was a celebrated American author known for her engaging children's books. With a career spanning decades, she crafted beloved series such as "Kids of the Polk Street School" and Newbery Honor-winning novels like "Lily's Crossing" and "Pictures of Hollis Woods." A former teacher, Giff's educational background enriched her storytelling, making her a cherished figure in children's literature for her ability to connect with young readers.
Book summaries for books written by Patricia Reilly Giff
Quotes
I wish I was a picture on the wall. Then I could watch over them forever.
I'll try to remember that I'm the one who's in charge of my life and that I can do anything I want.
I don't want to be alone. I don't want to be with a whole lot of people either. I want to be with someone who understands me.
You can't always judge people by the things they've done. You got to judge them by what they are doing now.
The world was beautiful, and I wanted to be in it.
I was born to be a new daughter for them, the Regans.
I want to be loved. I want someone to see me and love me anyway.
I like the idea of saving someone. It makes me feel good.
I wanted to be a painting, someone beautiful and permanent.
I never wanted to be in a picture so much in my life.
I was always hoping I could find a real family to love me.
I didn't want to be someone who let people down.