Picture Book Courses

There’s just one thing we can tell you about writing a picture book: there is no one “right way” to do it.

You have a story to tell, and a unique voice with which to tell it.

Maybe you’ve had an idea for a while and want to get started. Maybe you’re looking for a place to find community and hone your craft.

No matter where you are on your journey, we’re glad you’re here.  Your story and your picture book can inspire children, and we’d love to help.

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Picture Book Resources

Short and Easy, Right? How Hard Can It be to Write a Picture Book?

Short and Easy, Right? How Hard Can It be to Write a Picture Book?

Picture book? Early Reader? Chapter Book? Where Does Your Story Fit?

Picture book? Early Reader? Chapter Book? Where Does Your Story Fit?

Picture Book Word Count, and Other Rules that are Meant to Be Broken

Picture Book Word Count, and Other Rules that are Meant to Be Broken

How to Craft a Picture Book Dummy

How to Craft a Picture Book Dummy

Inspiring Children Through Story

“My picture book … deals with parents separating. One little boy, who parents recently divorced, went to bed with [it] many nights. This deeply moved me to know this picture book helped this little boy.

“I tutor 2nd grade reluctant readers. My understanding of picture book structure and prose allows me to help them learn more than words. Rather than just read the story, we talk about it.”

“You mean I get to keep this book forever?”

…Spoken by a child in tears who was gifted with one of my books at a school visit and had never owned a book before.

“When I hear kids giggle while I’m reading [my book] I feel like I’ve done the job I intended to do.

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Stories from Our Highlights Foundation Alumni

Cover Reveal: Tracey Baptiste’s African Icons: 10 People Who Shaped History

Cover Reveal: Tracey Baptiste’s African Icons: 10 People Who Shaped History

#HFGather with Daria Peoples, Our 2021 Artist of the Year

#HFGather with Daria Peoples, Our 2021 Artist of the Year

Wanted: A Community to Share a World-Changing Vocation

Wanted: A Community to Share a World-Changing Vocation

Celebrating Our Faculty on 2020’s Best Lists

Celebrating Our Faculty on 2020’s Best Lists

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The Highlights Foundation positively impacts children by amplifying the voices of storytellers who inform, educate, and inspire children to become their best selves.  Learn more about our impact.