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Munro, Roxie

Roxie Munro (“Visual Thinker”) is the author/illustrator of more than 55 nonfiction, STEM/STEAM and concept books for children. Many use “gamification” to engage children in reading and learning, and encourage children to sharpen their problem-solving skills, to practice spatial awareness, and to foster creativity. Her books have been translated into French, Italian, Dutch, Chinese & Japanese. Recent books: Maze Play; ABCity; A Day in the Life of the Desert; Lizards at Large; Anteaters, Bats & Boas; Dive In and Rodent Rascals. Munro’s books have been awarded multiple Starred Reviews, TIME magazine’s Best Children’s Book list; the NY Times Best Illustrated Award, Smithsonian’s Best Science Book for Children, Society of International Librarians Honor Award, Bank Street College Best Books Lists, w/Outstanding Merit; and more.

Roxie does school, bookstore and library visits. Info (and lots of free fun activities) at www.roxiemunro.com.

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The Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival is a 501c3 nonprofit on a mission to connect authors with readers everywhere. We produce one of the largest and most engaging annual children’s book festivals in the United States and support literacy programs countrywide.

Chappaqua Children’s Book Festival
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Chappaqua Train Station
Rain or shine!

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