Dzvinka Hayda

Dzvinka Hayda is the author/illustrator of two Moonbeam Award winning books, "Little Angel's Journey"(2007) and "Dzvinya's Gift for Mama" (2023). Her book "Natalia's Journey to the Land of the Fairies" was awarded the Moms Choice Award in 2016.

Her book Her newest book "The Legend of the Dipper" has debuted in November of 2024. This book was awarded the Book Fest Awards, one for best fiction and the second for best hardcover fiction. Dzvinka holds two degrees, one in Waldorf Education and the second in Child Development. Dzvinka was born in Kosiv, Ukraine, at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. She came to the United States at an early age and has been a resident of the state of Michigan most of her live. Dzvinka paints in the Naif Art style, which is done with vivid colors and childlike simplicity. Her illustrations are greatly influenced by her rich Ukrainian heritage. Besides writing and illustrating books, she is an avid collector of children's books. Dzvinka lives with her cat Kitsya-Mitsya (Kitty-Cat) in a yellow cottage surrounded by a garden next to a pond.

BOOK REVIEWS

Little Angel's Journey

"Told in the.Waldorf tradition with great love and care, and filled with beautiful illustrations, this book is destined to touch the heart of children and parents alike."

Susan Howard, Coordinator of Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN)

"Every child should experience this book."

Marietta Yeager, Occupational Art Therapist

Natalia's Journey to the Land of the Fairies

'"This is truly a magical story told with illustrations that open the eyes and the heart."

Linda Williams, PhD., Literary Professor and Class Teacher, Detroit Waldorf School

"Ms. Hayda's story and use of color is therapeutic. This book is a must for all of us who remember fairyland."

Candyce Sweda, M.A., Curative Educator

Dzvinya's Gift for Mama

"Dzvinka Hayda has woven an enchanting tale with lovely illustrations that colorfully portray the ancient and beautiful traditions

of Ukrainian Easter."

Kateryna Yushchenko, First Lady of Ukraine 2005-20210

"Children will be charmed by this tender tory and artwork inspired by Ukrainian culture."

Kirkus Review

The Legend of the Dipper

"The magical and magnificent retelling of an old legend sends a powerful message of love, bravery, and kindness as a little girl undertakes a difficult journey to bring help to her ailing mother. Dzvinka Hayda's vibrant illustrations and heartfelt storytelling will charm readers of all ages."

Ksenia Rychtycka, Author and Poet

"Dzivnka Hayda's tender illustrations in the style of Ukrainian folk art evoke a global teaching tale about the mysterious Big Dipper, and the profoundly stellar need of children for healthy parents."

Nancy Mellon, Author, Counselor, and Storyteller

"An Eastern European spin on a classic tale,,,a Ukrainian take on Carolyn Sherwin Bailey's 1906 tale...with an introduction of Ukrainian names and acrylic painting that evoke images .....of floral fabrics, while the whiteness of some flowers foreshadow the significance of stars at the story's conclusion."

Kirkus Review