Which author is noted for writing and illustrating the Strega Nona series?

Which author is noted for writing and illustrating the Strega Nona series?

• A. Laurence Yep
• B. Brian Selznick
• C. Tomie dePaola
• D. Ann Martin

Answer: (C)

Tomie dePaola wrote and illustrated the Strega Nona books, bringing both the text and the pictures together in one creative voice. This dual role is what defines the series, giving it its distinctive, cohesive style that young readers connect with. The other authors are known for different works—Laurence Yep for various novels, Brian Selznick for stories that blend extensive illustration with text in other projects, and Ann Martin for The Baby-Sitters Club—so they’re not the creators of this particular series.

Tomie dePaola wrote and illustrated the Strega Nona books, bringing both the text and the pictures together in one creative voice. This dual role is what defines the series, giving it its distinctive, cohesive style that young readers connect with. The other authors are known for different works—Laurence Yep for various novels, Brian Selznick for stories that blend extensive illustration with text in other projects, and Ann Martin for The Baby-Sitters Club—so they’re not the creators of this particular series.