Lee Bennett Hopkins was an American children's writer and poet, born on April 13, 1938. He was well-known for his contributions to children's literature, inspiring young readers and fostering a love for poetry through his works. His impactful writing often featured themes of friendship, nature, and the joys of childhood, making him a beloved figure among educators and young audiences alike. Throughout his career, Hopkins became recognized for his creativity and his ability to engage children with rhyme and rhythm.
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Meaning of the name - Lee
meadow, clearing in a forest
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Lee Bennett Hopkins belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Scranton
Place of Death: Cape Coral
Educated At: Kean University | Bank Street College of Education | Hunter College
Occupation: anthologist | children's writer | poet | teacher
Awards Received: Regina Medal
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Note: This birth chart is calculated using the date and place of birth, with the time set to noon (12:00 PM) local time. While this provides accurate planetary positions for most celestial bodies, the Ascendant (Rising Sign) and house cusps are not calculated since they require precise birth time. For a complete astrological analysis including houses and rising sign, please provide the exact birth time.Ephemeris for April 13, 1938
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on April 13, 2026 | Secondary Progressions for April 13, 2026 |
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| Sun | 23 Aries 6 | 23 Aries 47 | 17 Cancer 45 |
| Moon | 10 Libra 20 | 4 Pisces 19 | 26 Sagittarius 49 |
| Mercury | 5 Taurus 21 | 28 Pisces 1 | 6 Leo 23 |
| Venus | 10 Taurus 2 | 17 Taurus 15 | 25 Leo 54 |
| Mars | 23 Taurus 0 | 3 Aries 1 | 22 Cancer 5 |
| Jupiter | 25 Aquarius 25 | 16 Cancer 51 | 1 Pisces 35 |
| Saturn | 9 Aries 59 | 7 Aries 0 | 17 Aries 49 |
| Uranus | 12 Taurus 30 | 29 Taurus 22 | 17 Taurus 2 |
| Neptune | 18 Virgo 54 | 2 Aries 40 | 18 Virgo 48 |
| Pluto | 27 Cancer 51 | 5 Aquarius 23 | 29 Cancer 20 |
| Rahu | 28 Scorpio 46 | 6 Pisces 43 | 24 Scorpio 6 |
| Ketu | 28 Taurus 46 | 6 Virgo 43 | 24 Taurus 6 |
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