Ted Rand
Ted Rand (1916-2005) was an American illustrator who illustrated children's novels in his 60s, 70s, and 80s. He was born in 1916 on Mercer Island, Washington. He started drawing early in his youth, traveled the world, and did portraits and advertising illustrations.
Ted Rand
- Born
- 1916
- Died
- 2005
- Occupation
- Illustrator
- Birthplace
- Mercer Island, Washington, US
- Nationality
- United States
- Fields
- book illustration · visual arts
- Languages
- English
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He was a member of the Naval Air Corps during World War II. He became a graphic artist at Frederick & Nelson, and the Bon Marché, before founding a company called Graphic Studios. Rand also taught at the University of Washington for 20 years. Rand illustrated 78 children's books. His drawings are on display around the country. He was awarded the Kerlan Award in May 2005 posthumously. Rand died of cancer before he could accept the award. Some of his more recognizable works include the Salty Dog series, If Not for the Cat, and A Pen Pal for Max.
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• Born — 1916 • Died — 2005 • Occupation — Illustrator • Birthplace — Mercer Island, Washington, US
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- 1.Illustrator Ted Rand lends energy, good will to children's book world. October 26, 2004.
- 2.Children's Literature Network. Ted Rand, 1916 – 2005. CLN - In Memoriam. 2005.
- 3.Goodnow, Cecelisa. Ted Rand, 1915-2005: A prolific and generous artist. 2004-10-25.
- 4.Saxon, Wolfgang. Ted Rand, 89, Graphic Artist Who Illustrated Children's Books, Dies. The New York Times. March 18, 2005.
- 5.Night Tree. Kirkus Reviews. 1991-09-15.
- 6.My Buddy. Kirkus Reviews. 1992-10-15.
- 7.Prince William. Kirkus Reviews. 1992-03-15.
- 8.The Bear That Heard Crying. Kirkus Reviews. 1993-08-01.
- 9.A Snake in the House. Kirkus Reviews. 1994-01-01.
- 10.Roberts, Jenna. CHILDREN'S BOOKS. The New York Times. 1994-06-05. 0362-4331.
- 11.Mountain Wedding. Kirkus Reviews. 1996-03-01.
- 12.Secret Place. Kirkus Reviews. 1996-06-15.
- 13.Baby in a Basket. Kirkus Reviews. 1997-09-15.
- 14.Storm on the Desert. Kirkus Reviews. 1997-04-15.
- 15.Mailing May. Kirkus Reviews. 1997-06-15.
- 16.Groban, Betsy. Children's Books. The New York Times. 1998-03-15. 0362-4331.
- 17.A Home for Spooky. Kirkus Reviews. 1998-02-15.
- 18.The Hullaboo ABC. Kirkus Reviews. 1998-04-01.
- 19.Mendelson, Maeona. Sherry Garland. My Father's Boat. Illustrated by Ted Rand; and Ted Lewin The Storytellers: New York: Scholastic Press, 1998. : 0-590-47867-2; and New York: Lothrop, Lee & Shepard Books, 1998. : 0-688-15178-7. Journal of Intergenerational Relationships. 11. 3. 337–339. 2013-07-01. 1535-0770.
- 20.How Whales Walked into the Sea. Kirkus Reviews. 1998-12-15.
- 21.Jezebel's Spooky Spot. Kirkus Reviews. 1998-12-01.
- 22.The Memory String. Kirkus Reviews. 2000-07-01.
- 23.Nutik & Amaroq Play Ball. Kirkus Reviews. 2001-05-15.
- 24.Nutik, the Wolf Pup. Kirkus Reviews. 2000-12-01.
- 25.Green, Penelope. CHILDREN'S BOOKS; All Hands on Deck. The New York Times. 2001-11-18. 0362-4331.
- 26.Sailing Home. Kirkus Reviews. 2001-09-01.
- 27.Country Kid, City Kid. Kirkus Reviews. 2002-10-15.
- 28.Good Night, Hattie, My Dearie, My Dove. Kirkus Reviews. 2002-03-01.
- 29.Once Upon a Farm. Kirkus Reviews. 2002-01-01.
- 30.Anna the Bookbinder. Kirkus Reviews. 2003-02-15.
- 31.Ice Palace. Kirkus Reviews. 2003-10-15.
- 32.Homespun Sarah. Kirkus Reviews. 2003-03-15.
- 33.Faraway Grandpa. Kirkus Reviews. 2004-08-15.
- 34.If Not for the Cat. Kirkus Reviews. 2004-09-15.
- 35.Mary Was A Little Lamb. Kirkus Reviews. 2004-05-01.
- 36.My Mountain Song. Kirkus Reviews. 2004-05-01.
- 37.A Pen Pal for Max. Kirkus Reviews. 2005-10-01.
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