Garth Williams

Books by This Illustrator

Baby Cakes

By: Karma Wilson
Illustrated by: Garth Williams
Age Level: 0-3
Warm illustrations of babies in action are paired with rhyming text in this small, sturdy book. Babies may see themselves in the pages, and the simple language may encourage them to act out the rhymes too!

The Cricket in Times Square

By: George Selden
Illustrated by: Garth Williams
Age Level: 6-9
When Chester Cricket accidentally finds himself in a New York subway, he is befriended by a worldly mouse and cat. Before returning to his Connecticut home, Chester becomes Mario Bellini’s special pet and helps save Bellini's Times Square newsstand with his very special talent.

Under the Ramadan Moon

By: Sylvia Whitman
Illustrated by: Garth Williams
Age Level: 6-9

During Ramadan, this loving family prays and fasts together. They also stop bad habits, give to the poor, hang bright lights, and visit friends — all under the Ramadan moon! Lush pastel illustrations fill the pages with soft moonlight, the warmth of friends and family, and beautiful designs at the Mosque. Children will enjoy repeating the lyrical refrain that appears throughout the story. Author's note included.