Laura Beingessner

Books by This Illustrator

If the Shoe Fits: Voices from Cinderella

By: Laura Whipple
Illustrated by: Laura Beingessner
Age Level: Middle Grade (9-14)
This book takes a fresh look at an old and favorite story. In thirty-three poems it brings to life not only the voices of well-loved characters, but also voices of characters not usually heard from – including the glass slipper, without which the story would not have a happy ending. On the stage set by the story we hear each player tell the tale from their point of view, answering the questions that swirl around Cinderella.

Rachel Carson & Her Book that Changed the World

By: Laurie Lawlor
Illustrated by: Laura Beingessner
Age Level: 6-9

Rachel Carson was a shy child, always drawn to nature. She grew up to become a professional biologist and enter a field with few women and write a book that changed the way people looked at the environment. Soft, cartoon-like illustrations and straightforward narrative present an overview of Carson's life; sources are included at the end.