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Brett Helquist

Brett Helquist is the illustrator of many books including A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket, Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett, The Mona Lisa Vanishes by Nicholas Day, Guitar Genius by Kim Tomsic, and Cezanne’s Parrot by Amy Guglielmo. He is also the author of Bedtime for BearGrumpy Goat, and Roger the Jolly Pirate. He grew up in Utah and now lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his wife and two kids. When he’s not working, he’s usually trying to play his guitar.
The Haunted Playground
Strangeville School Is Definitely Not Cursed
The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Strangeville School Is Totally Normal
Just Being Dalí
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

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The Haunted Playground
Strangeville School Is Definitely Not Cursed
The Mona Lisa Vanishes
Strangeville School Is Totally Normal
Just Being Dalí
The Rise and Fall of Mount Majestic

Celebrating International Children’s Book Day: A Spotlight on Picture Books

On April 2nd, we celebrate International Children’s Book Day. While the day honors all forms of children’s literature, picture books hold a special place in this celebration since it often serves as a child’s first connection to reading. Blending art and text, they create engaging accessible experiences that build foundational literacy skills while capturing imagination.

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