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Simms Taback

1932-02-13 – 2011-12-25

Life & Legacy

Simms Taback (February 13, 1932 – December 25, 2011) was an American writer, graphic artist, and illustrator of more than 35 books. He won the 2000 Caldecott Medal for U.S. picture book illustration, recognizing Joseph Had a Little Overcoat, and was a runner-up in 1998 for There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly.

Occupation & Career

illustrator, writer, picture book writer, artist

Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications

Caldecott Medal; Joseph Had a Little Overcoat

Legacy Highlights

Honors & Awards

Caldecott Medal

Notable Work

Joseph Had a Little Overcoat

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q1305162 — wikidata View source

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