Speakers' List: Leslie Helakoski

Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators: Michigan Chapter

Leslie Helakoski, Author/Illustrator

Lawton, MI
email: lelhel AT hotmail DOT com
website: www.helakoskibooks.com

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Leslie's 2010 picture book Fair Cow, which she wrote and illustrated.

Leslie's 2008 picture book, illustrated by Lee Harper.

Recent books
(Self-illustrated) Fair Cow, Marshall Cavendish, 2010
Woolbur, illustrated by Lee Harper, Harper Collins, 2008
Big Chickens Go to Town, illustrated by Henry Cole, Dutton, 2010
Big Chickens Fly the Coop, illustrated by Cole, Dutton, 2008
Big Chickens, illustrated by Cole, Dutton, 2006
The Smushy Bus, illustrated by Sal Murdocca, Millbrook Press, 2001

Program Description: (For students K-5) Leslie reads one or two stories and shows slides of works in progress and how her books were created. Older groups focus more on writing strategies while younger groups include finger plays and songs that go along with the books.

Fees: Generally, for three presentations per day, $800 plus travel expenses and lodging if necessary. Local schools at a discounted rate.

Availability: Year round.

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