HELLO

I’m Helen, a writer, illustrator, and teacher based in Northern Virginia.

I grew up in New York City and spent most of my childhood summers overseas with my Greek ( γειά σας) and Welsh (helô) families. Being surrounded by ruins and castles, while immersed in Greek mythology and English lore, fueled my imagination and gave me creative purpose from an early age.

I hold degrees in English Literature and Fine Arts from SUNY Albany; Advertising and Design from the Fashion Institute of Technology; and Master of Arts in Teaching from New York University. Over my 20+ year career as an elementary school teacher, I taught students of all grades, from ages 4 through 14. I’ve been a K-6 classroom teacher, an ESL teacher, and an Art teacher. My favorite things to teach were literacy and creativity.

These days I can be found creating fun books and games for young learners and literacy resources for their parents at LitSteps.com.

Want to learn more about my work or say hello? Email me at helendeasyillustration[at]gmail.com.