About MeAidan Cassie studied animation and earned a media arts degree at the Emily Carr University of Art and Design as well as Edinburgh College of Art. She is the + read more author-illustrator of three picture books and she's probably working on more humorous and heart-warming stories right now (*working* may include doodling, hiking in the woods, or napping). She lives with her small family and big dog on Salt Spring Island in the Salish Sea. Show Less

My Work Speaker Info Contact Me

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You May Know Me For:

Literature Types
• Picture Books

Published WorksThe Word For Friend – Farrar Straus Giroux/Macmillan, 2020
ISBN: 978-0-374-31046-2

Little Juniper Makes It Big – Farrar Straus Giroux/Macmillan 2019
ISBN: 978-0-374-31045-5

Sterling, Best Dog Ever – Farrar Straus Giroux/Macmillan, 2018
ISBN: 978-0-374-30614-4

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Speaking InformationAidan can’t wait to come to your school or library, or do a virtual visit! She’ll share with your students an interactive presentation on her process + read more including:

Making and Editing Picture Books
Ideas for Coming up with Ideas
Character Design

Please see 'Author Visits' section of her website for more details Show Less

I will visit:
• Vancouver
• Lower Mainland
• Gulf and Vancouver Islands

I Present to Age Groups:
• Primary School
• Grades K-3
• Grades 4-6

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Testimonials"From a teacher's perspective, this was the strongest author visit and presentation I have ever + read more experienced. Aidan's professional slideshow and interactive style engaged and captivated students. Her real-life experiences and examples of her personal writing and drawing process are an inspiration to budding classroom authors AND students who have challenges with writing."
- Tanya Grant, Grade 4-5, Salt Spring Elementary School Show Less “Very engaging, dynamic and inspiring! She had the kids on the edge of their seats!”
- Schuyler + read more Koby, Grade 2-3 Teacher, Centre School 
Show Less "Aidan’s presentation was fun, interactive and informative - all the students and staff (K-5) loved + read more this author visit. Aidan’s presentation supports our school writing goal and has inspired our young writers and artists."
- Marie Mullen, Principal, Fulford Community School
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Awards and Recognition:The Word For Friend, 2020
*Kirkus Starred review, Best Book of the Year + show more List

Sterling, Best Dog Ever, 2018
* WINNER of the 2019 Victoria Children's Book Prize
* WINNER of the Funniest Children's Book Award: Oy Vey! The Joan Betty Stuchner Award
* Finalist for 2019 BC Book Prize: Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature

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