Jan Spivey Gilchrist
Jan Spivey Gilchrist | |
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| Born | Jan Spivey February 15, 1949 Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Occupation | Author, illustrator, fine artist, teacher |
| Language | English |
| Alma mater | Eastern Illinois University, University of Northern Iowa, Vermont College, Madison University |
| Years active | 1973–present |
| Spouse | Kevin Gilchrist |
| Children | RJ and William Kelvin |
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Jan Spivey Gilchrist is an American author, illustrator, and fine artist from Chicago, Illinois. She is most well known for her work in children's literature, especially illustrations in The Great Migration: Journey to the North, Nathaniel Talking, and My America. Her books have received numerous awards including the Coretta Scott King Medal for Illustration and the Parents' Choice Award.