Marc Brown

Creator of Arthur the Aardvark

Marc Brown , keynote speaker
Marc Brown , keynote speaker Meet the Author of Arthur the Aardvark Marc Brown , keynote speaker
The creations of author Marc Brown, including Arthur the Aardvark, stand as the epitome of classic children's entertainment. In bestselling books, a top-rated TV show, and joyful keynotes, Brown encourages positive social skills for children and gets them excited about reading and writing.
Highlights "The more I drew [Arthur], the more lovable he got"
- Marc Brown
Book Speaker

Aimed at kids four to eight, Arthur the Aardvark chronicles the adventures of an eight-year-old aardvark, and explores real issues faced by real kids. The stories unfold in realistic ways that don't always turn out as we--or Arthur and his friends--might expect. Marc Brown has provided families with a way to think about and discuss upsetting and potentially frightening experiences our children may encounter in their communities and on television. Arthur on PBS has won the Peabody Award and three Daytime Emmys. In 2002, Arthur was named by TV Guide as one of the Greatest Cartoon Characters of All Time.

With personal stories, he tells you of how his grandmother encouraged him to write and draw, of how his life growing up--and his children's lives--has shaped the characters and experiences of Arthur. He caps the evening with a preview of whatever he's currently working on. Perhaps better than almost anyone else, Brown tells comic stories from a kid's point of view without moralizing or talking down. A perfect, enlightening evening for both children and adults.
Speech Topics 1. Child Obesity
  • Childhood Obesity: Confronting a Delicate Issue

    With children's body image a sensitive issue and childhood diabetes epidemic proportions, Brown gives children, parents and caregivers a tool to discuss this emotionally charged subject―our children's health.

  • Arthur the Aardvark Series Arthur the Aardvark Series

    Marc Brown is the creator of the bestselling Arthur Adventure book series and co-developer of the children's PBS television series, Arthur. He has also created a second book series, featuring D.W., Arthur's little sister, as well as numerous other books for children. Marc Brown lives with his family in Tisbury, Massachusetts on Martha's Vineyard.

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