Welcome!

Hi teachers and homeschoolers, I made this virtual school visit during lockdown so that schools could still enjoy an author visit, even if the children were studying at home. Once schools were open again, I decided to make it available to everyone. Enjoy!

  • There are seven films looking at my studio, my books, how I get ideas, what materials I use (no, not just paint and brushes, I am a big fan of drawing with sticks and toilet roll)

  • There are some fun art activities based on my books How to Hide a Lion and Saving Mr Hoot 

  • Meet my smelly dog, Peggy (P.S. I wrote a book about her, it is out June 2024)

  • Dance, draw or sing along to music and songs composed by Barb Jungr, from Polka Theatre and Oxford Playhouse's production of 'How to Hide a Lion’.

  • There are also brilliant curriculum linked worksheets for EYS, KS1 and KS2

  • Go at your own pace: you could do the whole visit in one day, or make it into a project that lasts a whole term. Let me know how you use it, I am interested to know.

Meet Someone Smelly

Helen Reads How To Hide A Lion

Art Activity: Make Pop-Up Lions

Helen Reads Mr. Hoot

Art Activity: Mark Making with Mr. Hoot

Dear Helen Stephens, Where do you get your brilliant ideas from?

How to Hide a Lion Music to Sing, Dance or Draw Along to

If you've enjoyed the free school visit...

...and you're happy to share, please leave a comment and let me know:

What has been your #1 takeaway? What did your class enjoy best? What did they learn?

P.S. I might share your comment on my website..