Patricia Reilly Giff was born on April 26, 1935 in New York City, NY. She is an American teacher and author of children's books, most notably the Polk Street School series. Her books have been praised for their realistic portrayal of school life and the diverse characters that inhabit them.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $1.2 Billion (2024)
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About
American Teacher and author of children's books. She is best known for her Polk Street School series.
Before Fame
She attended Marymount University for her undergraduate degree and St. John's University, where she obtained her Master's.
Trivia
She won the Newbery Medal in 1998 for Lily's Crossing and again in 2003 for Pictures of Hollis Woods.
Family Life
She had three children with her husband, Jim.
Associated With
Marc Brown is another popular children's author.