Helix: Brings Allergy Friendly Cupcakes To School

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Embrace and Celebrate Differences Inside and Out! In Helix Brings Allergy Friendly Cupcakes to School, join Helix and his mother as he prepares special birthday cupcakes for his schoolmates. Excited and ready to share on his birthday, Helix discovers one of his favorite friends won't be able to join in the celebration because of a food allergy. Without skipping a beat, Helix assures Ryder that he will makes new cupcakes-selflessly postponing his birthday treat. Helix's empathy inspires Mr. Torty to ask Ryder to share about his allergy. With much courage, Ryder shares, educating the class on allergies and how they affect many people in many different ways. Helix and his classmates learn that so many others have differences too-ones people can't see on the outside. Always thinking of others before himself, the celebration goes on the following day with cupcakes that all can love and enjoy! Joy and happiness will overflow as Helix and his compassion inspires yet again! Parents, teachers, kids-young and old-everyone loves Helix and the teachable moments he inspires. From compassion and empathy to selflessness and courage, Helix stirs our spirits and fills us with joy! Beloved by all, Helix teaches, inspires, and excites kids as they search for and discover the special hidden character in each book! Helix keeps all of us on our toes!

Randal Betz Jr. grew up playing on the beaches in New Jersey, developing a deep love of animals and nature. He wears many different hats these days, one of which is passionate advocate for turtle and tortoise conservation. Betz created the Helix series to inspire others that no matter the challenges one faces, there is always a way to overcome with compassion, empathy, and kindness. He resides in Delaware with his wife Meghann and their four children. Learn more at HelixWheelsFoundation.orgClaudio Icuza was born July 17, 1992 in Mendoza, Argentina. He passion is in illustration and animation, which he has been doing since 2016, working freelance and illustrating children's books. Claudio is well known for illustrating The Helix book series; Helix Gets His Wheels, Helix Rolls Into A Sleepover, Helix Breaks His Wheels, Helix Brings Allergy Friendly Cupcakes To School, Helix Goes To The Hospital, Helix Makes New Friends, and Helix Tells The Truth. Claudio also illustrated School Is Different This Year And That's OK! and Lil 'Vegan Chef: A fun vegan cookbook for children, among many others. Claudio currently resides in Mendoza, Argentina with his wife, Azul, and two beautiful children, Genaro and Martina.