Happy Birthday, Jacqueline Woodson and Judy Blume!

Did you know that two of the greatest children's book authors share the same birthday? On February 12, Judy Blume and Jacqueline Woodson will both celebrate turning one year older. How much do you know about these fantastic, prolific authors? Take our quiz and find out.

How many books have Judy Blume and Jacqueline Woodson written and published in total (excluding anthologies)?
Judy Blume and Jacqueline Woodson have received many literary awards over the years. Which award have both authors received?
Which of these characters is featured in a Judy Blume book?
Which of these characters is featured in a Jacqueline Woodson book?
Jacqueline Woodson won many awards for her childhood autobiography, Brown Girl Dreaming. What Judy Blume book is based on her childhood?
Something about genre: What genre have neither Judy Blume nor Jacqueline Woodson explored?
A lot of Judy Blume and Jacqueline Woodson books are set in New York City. Which New York City neighborhood hasn't been used as a setting?
Which of these books was Judy Blume’s first book?
Which of these books was Jacqueline Woodson’s first book?
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