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'Magic School Bus' Author, Newark Native Joanna Cole Dies, 75
Joanna Cole, author of the “Magic School Bus” book series and a Newark native, died Sunday. She was 75.
Cole, who had lived in Sioux City, Iowa, grew up in East Orange and died of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
“We're deeply saddened to report the passing of Joanna Cole, award-winning author of the bestselling The Magic School Bus series,” Scholastic said in a statement.
“Today, we honor and celebrate her incredible legacy that has inspired curiosity in science for children around the world.”
The author’s 13 "Magic School Bus" books, published between 1986 and 2010, follow the educational…
