Hans Wilhelm facts for kids
Hans Wilhelm (born September 21, 1945) is a talented German-American writer, artist, and illustrator. He is famous for creating over 200 children's books! His stories have been translated into more than 30 languages. Many of his books have even become animated TV shows. Over 42 million copies of his books have been printed worldwide. Some of his most loved books include "I'll Always Love You" and the "Bunny Trouble" series.
About Hans Wilhelm
Hans Wilhelm was born in Bremen, Germany, and grew up there. After studying art and business, he lived in South Africa for 12 years. While there, he worked, painted, and was part of a funny theater group. His writing journey began when he traveled around the world for two years. During this time, he lived in places like Bali, Spain, and England.
He also hosts a video series called "Life Explained." In these videos, he shares his personal thoughts on different spiritual ideas in a visual way.
Popular Books by Hans Wilhelm
Hans Wilhelm has written and illustrated many popular books for young readers. Here are some of his well-known titles:
- I'll Always Love You
- The Trapp Family Book (which also became a TV series)
- Bunny Trouble (a book series)
- Tyrone the Horrible (a book series)
- Waldo (both a book and a TV series)
- Wake Up, Sun (written by David L. Harrison)
- What Does God Do?
- The Bremen Town Musicians
- Dinofour (a series written by Steve Metzger)
- Holiday Cats (a series written by Jean Marzollo)
- Noodles book series
- The Book of Courage
Hans Wilhelm's Art
Hans Wilhelm's artwork is displayed in several important collections. You can find his art at the Mazza Museum, the Dodd Center at the University of Connecticut, and the Kerlan Collection at the University of Minnesota. His work is also part of the De Grummond Children's Literature Collection at the University of Southern Mississippi.
Awards and Recognition
Hans Wilhelm's books have won many awards around the world.
- The Trapp Family Book was named Best Book of the Year by Eltern magazine in Germany.
- Tales From the Land Under My Table was chosen by Time magazine as one of the Best Children's Books of the Year.
- Blackberry Ink (written by Eve Merriam) received the Parent's Choice Award.
- A New Home – A New Friend won the Children's Book Award from the International Reading Association.
- Blackberry Ink, The Funniest Knock-Knock Book Ever, and Let's Be Friends Again were all selected as Children's Books of the Year by the Child Study Association of America.
- What Does God Do? was honored with the Gold Medallion Book Award by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association.
