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American children's author
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Jeanne Bender (born August 13, 1955) is an American children's author. She is best known for the Lindie Lou Adventure Series, a collection of illustrated chapter books that have been used in literacy and English as a Second Language (ESL) programs in multiple countries.[1][2]
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August 13, 1955
Jeanne Bender | |
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| Born | Jeanne Ann Reichert August 13, 1955 Sheboygan, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Occupation | Children's author |
| Website | lindielou.com |
Early life and education
Bender was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, as Jeanne Ann Reichert. She studied writing in Seattle, Washington, and took additional courses at Oxford University in England.[3]
Career
Bender began writing the Lindie Lou Adventure Series in 2015. Her debut title, Flying High, was published the same year through her imprint, Pina Publishing. The series follows a small puppy named Lindie Lou on educational adventures around the world. The books have been distributed to schools, libraries, and literacy organizations in the United States, New Zealand, and Mexico.[4]
Bender has presented at literacy events in North America and abroad. In 2023, her book Island Treasure was selected by the New Zealand Literacy Association for its annual conference book launch.[5]
Works
The Lindie Lou Adventure Series includes the following titles:
- Flying High: Flying on an Airplane for the Very First Time (2015, 2nd Edition 2018) – ISBN 978-1-943493-22-7 (PB), 978-1-943493-24-1 (HC), 978-1-943493-23-4 (EB), 978-1-943493-03-6 (AF).
- Up in Space: An Adventure at the Space Needle (2016) – ISBN 978-1-943493-18-0 (PB), 978-1-943493-20-3 (HC), 978-1-943493-19-7 (EB), 978-1-943493-04-3 (AF).
- Harvest Time: A Celebration on an Organic Farm (2017) – ISBN 978-1-943493-14-2 (PB), 978-1-943493-15-9 (HC), 978-1-943493-16-6 (EB), 978-1-943493-05-0 (AF).
- Big City Magic: Uncover the Secret of the Big Apple (2019) – ISBN 978-1-943493-26-5 (PB), 978-1-943493-27-2 (HC), 978-1-943493-28-9 (EB), 978-1-943493-06-7 (AF).
- On Ice: Exploring the Arctic with a Polar Bear Cub (2021) – ISBN 978-1-943493-34-0 (PB), 978-1-943493-36-4 (HC), 978-1-943493-38-8 (EB), 978-1-943493-07-4 (AF).
- Island Treasure: Leave No Stone Unturned (2023) – ISBN 978-1-943493-61-6 (PB), 978-1-943493-62-3 (HC), 978-1-943493-63-0 (EB), 978-1-943493-08-1 (AF).
- On the Moon: Is It Really Made of Cheese? (Book 7, 2026) – ISBN 978-1-943493-69-2 (PB), 978-1-943493-70-8 (HC), 978-1-943493-71-5 (EB), 978-1-943493-72-2 (AF).
- Cherry Blossoms (Book 8, 2027) – ISBN 978-1-943493-71-5 (PB), 978-1-943493-72-2 (HC), 978-1-943493-73-9 (EB), 978-1-943493-74-6 (AF).
Series Sets:
- Lindie Lou Adventure Series Set, Books 1–3 – ISBN 978-1-943493-16-6 (PB), 978-1-943493-25-8 (HC), 978-1-943493-74-6 (EB).
- Lindie Lou Adventure Series Set, Books 4–6 – ISBN 978-1-943493-67-8 (PB), 978-1-943493-75-3 (HC), 978-1-943493-76-0 (EB).
- Lindie Lou Adventure Series Set, Books 1–4 – ISBN 978-1-943493-32-6 (PB), 978-1-943493-30-2 (HC), 978-1-943493-31-9 (EB).
- Lindie Lou Adventure Series Set, Books 1–6 – ISBN 978-1-943493-64-7 (PB), 978-1-943493-66-1 (HC), 978-1-943493-66-1 (EB).
Awards and recognition
Bender’s work has received recognition from independent literary organizations and media outlets:
- Several titles in the series have been reviewed by Kirkus Reviews, which highlighted their social–emotional learning themes and accessible storytelling.[6][7][8]
- In 2023, Island Treasure was selected by the New Zealand Literacy Association (NZLA) for the organization’s annual conference book launch, recognizing its educational value.[9]
- Language Magazine profiled the series in 2019, describing its use in literacy and ESL programs in schools and libraries.[10]