Former CPS Student Turned Author and Illustrator Visits Haggerty!
Posted on 05/12/2025
Children’s author, illustrator, and proud product of Cambridge Public Schools, Thyra Heder visited kindergarten and grade 1 students at the Haggerty school. Heder shared insights about her writing and drawing process, read her book The Polar Bear Report to students, and offered an engaging drawing session where she brought students' suggestions to life in real time!
Students were amazed by how quickly mere scribbles evolved into fully developed characters within a setting. The visit was unforgettable for students, their families, and the staff alike. Thanks to the Porter Square Book Foundation for providing every student with a signed copy of the book – and thanks to Thyra for visiting!