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Jerry Smath

Jerry Smath illustrated his first children’s book in 1954 and hasn’t stopped. He has illustrated over 100 books for other authors, and has written and illustrated 30 of his own titles. Two of those, But No Elephants and The Housekeeper’s Dog (Parents Press), were Children’s Choice Award winners. Jerry and his wife live in Croton-on-Hudson, New York, with a dog named Molly.
All Aboard!
The Secret of the Circle-K Cave
No Rules for Rex!
No Money? No Problem!
Buried in the Backyard
X Marks the Spot!
Math Fair Blues
Keep Your Distance!
Lights Out!

Books

All Aboard!
The Secret of the Circle-K Cave
No Rules for Rex!
No Money? No Problem!
Buried in the Backyard
X Marks the Spot!
Math Fair Blues
Keep Your Distance!
Lights Out!

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