Doug Salati – Caldecott Medal for Hot Dog

Host Nick Patton chats with award-winning author-illustrator Doug Salati about his picture book and winner of the 2023 Caldecott Medal, HOT DOG. 

They talk about drawing inspiration from your life and why picture books offer an opportunity to tell a different type of story.

Plus, how elements like color and the use of wordless spreads helped tell this award-winning story.