Dorothy Canfield Fisher

Quick Facts

Full Name	Dorothy Canfield Fisher
Occupation	Novelist
Date Of Birth	Feb 17, 1879(1879-02-17)
Age	145
Date Of Death	Nov 9, 1958 (79 age)
Birthplace	Lawrence
Country	United States
Birth City	Kansas
Horoscope	Aquarius

Dorothy Canfield Fisher Biography

Dorothy Canfield Fisher is one of the most popular and richest Novelist who was born on February 17, 1879 in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. An influential educational reformer and bestselling author, she published such novels as Understood Betsy (1917) and Seasoned Timber (1939). An advocate of the Montessori Method of education, she published several non-fiction works on the topic.

She was named by Eleanor Roosevelt as one of the ten most influential women in the United States.

She was born in Lawrence, Kansas. Her father, James Hulme Canfield, was president of Ohio State University.

Dorothy Canfield Fisher Net Worth

Dorothy Canfield Fisher is one of the richest Novelist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Dorothy Canfield Fisher 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

She was studying in Rome in 1911 when a visit to several of the children’s schools run by Maria Montessorii inspired her to replicate Montessori’s method in the U.S.

She wrote numerous columns for publications such as The Outlook and Harper’s Bazaar.

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Dorothy Ranked on the list of most popular Novelist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Dorothy Canfield Fisher celebrates birthday on February 17 of every year.

Top Facts about Dorothy Canfield Fisher

1. Dorothy Canfield Fisher was an American author and social activist.
2. She wrote over 40 books, including “Understood Betsy” and “The Brimming Cup.”
3. Fisher was a member of the Vermont State Board of Education.
4. She was also a supporter of the eugenics movement in the early 20th century.
5. Fisher’s work has been criticized for its portrayal of racial stereotypes.
6. She received numerous literary awards during her lifetime.
7. Fisher died in 1958 at the age of 80.
8. Her legacy continues through the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award program.
9. The award recognizes outstanding children’s literature in Vermont schools.
10. Fisher’s contributions to literature and education are still celebrated today.

What is the Dorothy Canfield Fisher award?

The Vermont Golden Dome Book Award* (formerly the Dorothy Canfield Fisher Book Award) was created to honor excellence in children’s literature. Each year since 1957, Vermont students in grades four through eight have selected their favorite book from a list of nominees.

When was understood Betsy written?

Dorothy Canfield Fisher’s most well-known novel, Understood Betsy, published in 1917 , is in many ways quintessentially American.

Is a Book Award a national award?

National Book Award
Hosted by| National Book Foundation
First awarded| Original version: 1936–42 (1935–41 publications); new version: 1950 (1949 publications)
Last awarded| Active
Website| nationalbook.org

What awards did Barbara Park win?

Dorothy Canfield Fisher Children’s Book Award

What grade is understood Betsy?

Interest LevelReading LevelATOS
Grades 4 – 8| Grade 6| 5.9