**Matthew Cordell *has illustrated many books for children including works of poetry, novels, and picture books, like Bob, Not Bob!*, Leaps and Bounce, and * Rooting for You!He has also created numerous picture books himself including Hope ; Wish; Dream; Hello, Neighbor! The Kind and Caring World of...

**Matthew Cordell *has illustrated many books for children including works of poetry, novels, and picture books, like Bob, Not Bob!*, Leaps and Bounce, and * Rooting for You!He has also created numerous picture books himself including Hope ; Wish; Dream; Hello, Neighbor! The Kind and Caring World of Mister Rogers; Bear Island; and * Wolf in the Snow, which was awarded the 2018 Caldecott Medal. Matthew lives in suburban Chicago with his wife, author, Julie Halpern, and their two children.