Devin Scillian's children's books are equal parts smiles, sighs, laughs and goose bumps. His school presentations have inspired countless children to think of themselves as not only readers, but writers as well. And his "America" books have called them to citizenship. With a team of talented and acclaimed illustrators as partners, Devin's unique style of storytelling empowers children to feel proud of their heritage. His patriotic alphabet book A is for America has become a staple in classrooms, libraries, and children's nightstands. Published by Sleeping Bear Press, the book has been hailed by critics, parents, teachers, and, of course, children all over the country. And in books like Fibblestax and Cosmo's Moon, Devin's vivid imagination takes flight and invites readers to do the same.

Pappy's Handkerchief
Illustrated by Chris Ellison
(Sleeping Bear Press, 2007)

Young Moses and his family hear that there is land for the taking out west. But it means leaving Baltimore and the world they know far behind. Part of the Tales of Young Americans series, this story of the Oklahoma Land Run is a riveting and emotional adventure. Chris Ellison's beautiful paintings are as all American as the story.

Brewster the Rooster
Illustrated by Lee White
(Sleeping Bear Press, 2007)

"Brewster the Rooster crowed at the sun and woke the whole farm every day." So begins Devin's ninth book, a trip to the Macintosh family farm which has suddenly become ridicously noisy. What has gotten into their prize-winning rooster? With colorful, hilarious illustrations by Chris White, Devin gets to the bottom of the mystery in clever and happy verse.

H is for Honor: A Military Family Alphabet
Illustrated by Victor Juhasz
(Sleeping Bear Press, 2006)

Written by the proud son of a career Army officer, H Is For Honor is an alphabetic tribute to not only the men and women of the American military, but their families, as well. Victor Juhasz (the father of a U.S. Marine) illustrates the book with marvelous grace and wit.

S Is For Sunflower: A Kansas Alphabet
By Devin and Corey Scillian, Illustrated by Doug Bowles
(Sleeping Bear Press, 2004)

Devin and his wife Corey have teamed up for four children. Here, the two Jayhawks team up for their first book together, a delightful journey across Corey's native Kansas. Named the winner of the Bill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award.

A is for America: An American Alphabet
Illustrated by Pam Carroll (Sleeping Bear Press, 2001)

Each letter of the alphabet begins a poem about the things that make America great. With accompanying text, this bestseller is for kids of all ages. A favorite at the White House, it has quickly become an American staple.

D is for Detroit and its shiny automobiles.
It's called the Motor City and it put the world on wheels.
It's Dallas and it's Denver and Dover, Delaware.
It's the Dakotas in December when snow is in the air.

"Whimsically celebrating every aspect of American life"
     — KIDS READ

Cosmo's Moon
Illustrated by Mark Braught (Sleeping Bear Press, 2003)

A magical book about how one charming boy's friendship with the moon taught him (and the moon) the value of responsibility.

Cosmo loved the moon. He had moon pajamas and a moon nightlight and stars and moons all over his bedroom. Every night, Cosmo's mother and father gave him a hug and a kiss and tucked him into his bed. But just as soon as they closed his bedroom door, he threw aside the covers, ran to the open window, and watched as the golden moon came into the night sky just above the sycamore tree. And as a gentle night breeze blew across the curtains, Cosmo would talk and the moon would listen.

"A very sweet story about friendship and responsibility."
     — LOUISVILLE COURIER

"Truly an imaginative tale, Cosmo's Moon is perfect for bedtime and likely to be cherished (and even believed) by many young moon-gazers."
     — BOOK PAGE

P is for Passport: A World Alphabet
(Sleeping Bear Press, 2003)

An educational and exciting journey around the world, P is for Passport celebrates our differences as well as what unites us.

Here it is, come take a look.
I know it's small. It's my favorite book.
It's filled with wonder, a wild adventure.
It's called a passport, and here's the clincher---
It's a book completely written by me
Of the places I go and the things that I see.
Each colorful stamp is a trip I took.
There's a world inside my favorite book.

"...a must-have for every library. 'Passport' is a necessary lesson on... how important global understanding has become today."
     — ASIAN WEEK

"I just finished P is for Passport and it is amazing! P is for Passport makes me want to grab my passport and go!"
     — SAFE HARBOR BOOKS

Fibblestax
Illustrated by K.D. Darnell (Sleeping Bear Press, 2000)

Fibblestax is an amusing and thought-provoking tale of the creative wordsmith who gives everything in our world its name.

I dreamed again of Fibblestax, sitting among his books
Peering into the candlelight with a calm, thoughtful look.
For he's the one who gives a name to every single thing.
If not for him we couldn't talk. Or read, or write, or sing.

"...a beautiful children's book with a lovely story..."
"A great book for teachers, parents, and, of course, kids."
     — BOOK SENSE

"...a charming fable..."
     — POWELL'S BOOKS

One Nation: America by the Numbers
Illustrated by Pam Carroll (Sleeping Bear Press, 2002)

Far from the usual counting book, One Nation illuminates the landmarks and treasures that are uniquely American.

For FIFTEEN years, they drew up their plans,
Constructed her torch and polished her hands.
They built her, then broke her, then placed her in crates,
And shipped her from France to the United States.
It took FIFTEEN years, but she stands there today,
Our Lady of Liberty, lighting the way.

S is for Sooner: An Oklahoma Alphabet
Illustrated by Kandy Radzinksi (Sleeping Bear Press, 2003)

Devin's love letter to Oklahoma, the book chronicles all of the people and places that make up the rich tapestry of the Sooner State. A finalist for the Oklahoma Book Award.

"So what's a Sooner?" you may ask. Well, in 1889,
Settlers waited for the signal to leave the starting line.
They raced to claim their land without a boundary or fence.
Some were sooner than others, and they've been Sooners ever since.

Devin's presentations on books and children's literacy have proven wildly popular. At present, there is a lengthy waiting list for schools. But Devin is ocassionally available to speak to groups, conventions and commencement ceremonies. For schedule and fee inquiries, contact Devin at devin@devinscillian.com.