Michael Rosen is the former Children's Laureate and one of the best-known figures in the children's book world. He is renowned for his work as a poet, performer, broadcaster and scriptwriter. As an author and anthologist he has been involved with over 140 books. He teaches in universities on children's literature, reading and writing; he is a familiar voice to BBC listeners; and he visits schools with his one-man show to enthuse children with his passion for storytelling.