Hans Wilhelm facts for kids

Hans Wilhelm (born September 21, 1945) is a German-American writer, children's book author, and artist. He has written and illustrated over 200 books, mostly for kids. These books have been translated into more than thirty languages. They have also won many international awards. Many of his stories have even become animated television series. Today, over 42 million copies of his books are available! Some of his most famous books include "I'll Always Love You," the "Bunny Trouble" series, "Tyrone The Horrible" series, "Waldo" series, and the "Noodles" books.

Hans Wilhelm's Early Life and Travels

Hans Wilhelm was born and grew up in Bremen, Germany. After studying art and business, he moved to South Africa. He lived there for 12 years. During this time, he worked, painted, and was part of a comedy theater group.

His writing career began when he took a two-year trip around the world. He lived in places like Bali, Spain, and England during his travels.

He also hosts a video series called "Life Explained." In these videos, he shares his personal views on different spiritual ideas.

Popular Books by Hans Wilhelm

Hans Wilhelm has created many beloved books for children. 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 Collections

Hans Wilhelm's artwork is displayed in several important collections. You can find his art in the Mazza Museum. It is also part of the Dodd Center at the University of Connecticut. Other places include the Kerlan Collection at the University of Minnesota. His art is also in the De Grummond Children's Literature Collection at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Awards and Recognition

Hans Wilhelm's books have won many awards:

• 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 given the Gold Medallion Book Award by the Evangelical Christian Publishers Association.