Patricia Polacco
Patricia Polacco was born in Lansing, Michigan in 1944, July 11th. By the age of 3 her parents, William (talk show host) and Mary Ellen ( teacher) were divorced and had both moved in with both their parents. This meant that Patricia split up the school year and summer between each her parents house. She later lived in Williamston and then to a farm in Union City, Michigan.
Patricia's heritage has influenced her writings and illustrations. She comes from a strong Russion and Irish background. Such examples would be found in her books like, The Keeping Quilt and Uncle Vova's Tree, both showing russian family customs.
Most of Patricia's childhood was spent traveling and living in different states depending where her mother found a job and where her father lived. Having family as a big part of her life Patricia was lucky enough to have both grandparents in her life, where she gained more understanding of her families traditions, culture, and expanding of imagination. Using her imagination and creativity Patricia began sketching and developing her skills with her families stories. This was one of the only places where she felt safe and at home.
Even though Patricia had such a strength in art, she struggled through her childhood trying to read. With help from one teacher, she was able to get the proper help and move on to her next journey of college and ending with a Ph.D with fine arts. During those years Patricia married Enzo Mario Polacco and had 2 kids who she devoted her life to loving them and guiding them through their life.
It wasn't until age 41 when Patricia began writing children's books, using her imagination and family stories to guide her through the process. She enjoys every minute of it and could never imagine that she would one day be an author and illustrator with the acknowledgment from the most acclaimed writers and illustrators and publishers to this day.
www.patriciapolacco.com
Patricia's heritage has influenced her writings and illustrations. She comes from a strong Russion and Irish background. Such examples would be found in her books like, The Keeping Quilt and Uncle Vova's Tree, both showing russian family customs.
Most of Patricia's childhood was spent traveling and living in different states depending where her mother found a job and where her father lived. Having family as a big part of her life Patricia was lucky enough to have both grandparents in her life, where she gained more understanding of her families traditions, culture, and expanding of imagination. Using her imagination and creativity Patricia began sketching and developing her skills with her families stories. This was one of the only places where she felt safe and at home.
Even though Patricia had such a strength in art, she struggled through her childhood trying to read. With help from one teacher, she was able to get the proper help and move on to her next journey of college and ending with a Ph.D with fine arts. During those years Patricia married Enzo Mario Polacco and had 2 kids who she devoted her life to loving them and guiding them through their life.
It wasn't until age 41 when Patricia began writing children's books, using her imagination and family stories to guide her through the process. She enjoys every minute of it and could never imagine that she would one day be an author and illustrator with the acknowledgment from the most acclaimed writers and illustrators and publishers to this day.
www.patriciapolacco.com
Listen...Listen....Listen" When one is a writer, actor, dancer, musician, a creator of any kind he or she does these things because they listen to that "voice" inside of them. We all a voice inside of us that is what inspires our thoughts." - Patricia
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