Judith byron schachner biography of michael j

So, welcome Ms Schachner!

Children's Writer Aug 20 United States. Growing up, Schachner had a difficult childhood. She grew up the youngest and has two older brothers, Kevin and Ted. Ever since she was little, she had been ready to leave Waltham. Her family was part of the poor, lower class.

Judith Byron "Judy" Schachner (born August 20, ) is an American children's writer and illustrator.

Her mother was constantly sick. She was diagnosed with breast cancer when Judy was eight years old. Growing up, she struggled with anxiety and drawing was her way to cope with it. Judy was having difficulties in school, as well. All through her early schooling, Judy did not excel in mathematics and science. Her teachers would constantly comment on how shy Judy was and how she lacked skill in certain areas of school.

However, her teachers and classmates did notice she had a very good artistic eye. When she was little, she would draw quite a bit. She had a very lively imagination and spent most of her childhood dreaming of a better life for herself and her family. Skippyjon Jones won the E. Last Update: December 11,