Michigan Author TE 301 Final
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Leslie Helakoski is a Michigan-based children's book author and illustrator. She grew up in Louisiana in a French-speaking area with 6 siblings. Helakoski has won several awards for her books, including the Great Lakes Book Award and Michigan Author Award. Her books, such as Woolbur and Big Chickens, aim to teach children about diversity, self-esteem and individuality through fun stories and illustrations. Helakoski draws inspiration from her experiences growing up in the South and currently residing in Michigan.
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- 1. Michigan Author A look at Leslie Helakoski (author/illustrator) By: Amber Nevison and Sarah Rogers
- 2. Leslie Helakoski • Grew up in Louisiana • French speaking area • 6 brothers and sisters • Parents were teachers "Thinking School"
- 3. Life Changes • University of Louisiana • 1st professional job in Wisconsin • Eventually moved to Michigan • Currently resides near Kalamazoo, Mi.
- 4. Book Awards • Various awards for her books. 2008 Book Sense Hot Pick Great Lakes Book Award finalist • Multiple awards per book. • Numerous starred reviews
- 5. Michigan Connection • Winner of Michigan Awards • Attended Northern Michigan University in the U.P. • currently resides in Kalamazoo area with family
- 6. Woolbur • Woolbur marches to the beat of his own drum. He is told he needs to behave like the other sheep, but the beauty of his unique disposition shines through.
- 7. More about book • Fun text and illustrations • This book would be best for ages 4-8 • Character education book for lower elementary • Introduction to diversity • Morals, self esteem, individuality
- 8. Big Chickens • Big Chickens follows four chickens on their journey of finding their strength and pride in being "Big Chickens".
- 9. More about book • Fun text and illustrations • Most appropriate for ages 4-8 • Be comfortable with yourself • Humor is fun
- 10. Illustrations • Degree in Illustration • Two new books due out with her own illustrations and writing • She doesn’t just write!
- 11. Why Read Leslie's Books? • Multiple activities that connect to her books • Covers every learning style • Fun characters and storylines • Endless Possibilities
- 12. • http://www.helakoskibooks.com/ (images, book information, bio) • http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/bookwizard/books-by/leslie-helakoski (publisher) • http://www.harpercollins.com/authors/30022/Leslie_Helakoski/index.aspx (publiher) • http://kidsbooklink.org/id15.html (award winning author) • http://www.jupiterimages.com/Search/Image#book/f=CBPIHVNS/p=2 (public domain images) • http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,2351,7-160-34169_26038_49406---,00.html (award symbol) • http://michiganreading.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=105&Itemid= 185 (award symbol)
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