1. Pam Muñoz Ryan
Getting Ready for our Author Study!

2. The Journey Ahead
Pam Munoz Ryan is one of my favorite authors, and I am looking forward to examining her works with you!
Together, we will explore 3 of her books:
Riding Freedom
Becoming Naomi León
The Dreamer
We will closely examine Ryan’s unique characters, and the choices they make.

3. Personal Background Born and raised in Bakersfield, California
Childhood included lots of reading and trips to the local library
Currently lives in San Diego, CA
Has 4 children
Birthday: Dec. 25, 1951

4. Author Interviews! 5 Questions With Pam Munoz Ryan
Reading Rockets Interview
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5. Let’s Explore Her Site! http://www.pammunozryan.com

6. Let’s Prepare
Since we will be looking closely at Ryan’s characters, I want you to think about yourself.
Put your name on your paper.
Now, I am going to give you 3 minutes to write words or phrases that describe your personality.

7. Our First Book! Let’s jump in and begin our first book!
I want you to meet Charlotte Darkey Parkhurst.
This book is based on the life of the real Charlotte Parkhurst, but some details have been changed.

8. Contact Her! Standard Mail: Pam Muñoz Ryan C/O Scholastic, Inc.
557 Broadway
New York, NY

9. References
Heppermann, Christine M. "Pam Munoz Ryan: Becoming Naomi Leon." The Horn Book Magazine 80.5 (2004): Literature Resource Center. Web. 20 June 2011.
"Pam Muñoz Ryan (1951-)." Something about the Author. Vol Detroit: Gale, Something About The Author Online. Gale. Appalachian State University - Belk Library. 19 June 2011
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