Let’s Study James Herriot: British Author & Veterinarian

James Herriot’s books and the latest television show of his life, ‘All Creatures Great & Small’ are popular with all ages. Bring learning to life when you study his life as an author and veterinarian.

Here are 10 things about James Herriot that every homeschooler should know:

1. His real name was James Alfred Wight.
2. He was born in Sunderland, England, in 1916.
3. He decided to become a veterinarian after reading an article in Meccano Magazine about veterinary surgeons.
4. He studied at Glasgow Veterinary College, in Scotland, and graduated in 1938.
5. He moved to Yorkshire, England to practice veterinary medicine.
6. He began writing about his experiences as a veterinarian in 1960.
7. His books, including “”All Creatures Great and Small”” and “”All Things Wise and Wonderful,”” were bestsellers and made him a household name.
8. He was awarded the Order of the British Empire in 1979.
9. He died in 1995.
10. His books have been translated into over 60 languages and have sold over 100 million copies worldwide.

Here are some additional things that homeschool students might be interested to know about James Herriot:

• He was a kind and compassionate man who loved animals.
• He was a talented writer who had a gift for capturing the humor and emotional connection of everyday life with animals.
• His books are a valuable reminder of the importance of compassion and understanding for all creatures great and small.

Learn more about James Herriot with a free mini-lesson from CaptivatingCompass.com.

He’s part of the October Calendar of Famous Folks.

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