Dr Seuss

Dr. Seuss was the pen name of Theodor Geisel. He was born in Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1904. He wrote and illustrated over 60 children's books. His funny rhymes and silly characters have delighted children for generations.

Early Life

Geisel loved drawing from a young age. He studied at Dartmouth College and Oxford University. He worked as a cartoonist and advertising illustrator. His first children's book was rejected by 27 publishers before one said yes.

Big Achievements

Dr. Seuss wrote classics like The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas. He created over 60 books that have sold more than 600 million copies. His books make reading fun with their silly words and colorful pictures.

Fun Facts

• Green Eggs and Ham uses only 50 different words because of a bet.
• His first book, And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, was rejected 27 times.
• He did not have any children of his own.

Did You Know?

Dr. Seuss's birthday, March 2, is celebrated as Read Across America Day. Schools across the country hold reading events to honor his legacy of making reading fun for kids.