A stack of vibrant, illustrated STEM picture books about germs, vaccines, and bizarre health facts sits neatly on a smooth, pale wood desk. On top rests an open notebook filled with tidy handwritten story ideas and doodles of microbes and organs, alongside a sharpened teal pencil and a bright yellow sticky note marked “STEM kidlit.” In the background, a softly blurred bulletin board displays colorful diagrams and child-friendly health infographics. Gentle afternoon light from an unseen window washes across the scene, creating soft shadows and a calm, professional atmosphere. Photographic realism, eye-level composition, shallow depth of field, clean and modern look that feels inviting and slightly playful while remaining polished.

Kirsi Ayre Ide

Stories with Heart

Public health storyteller and writer who pursues overlooked themes, turning difficult topics into light, accessible, kid-friendly narratives for healthier families & compassionate communities.

About Kirsi

Kirsi Ide writes nonfiction & informational fiction picture books that use storytelling and science to help children understand how their bodies work—from common childhood illnesses and how they spread to the changes of puberty—giving kids clear, shame-free answers to questions they often struggle to ask.

Meet Kirsi

Writing Services

Kirsi helps the health sector and nonprofits craft kidlit that demystifies medical topics while staying age-appropriate, scientifically accurate, and delightfully readable.

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Contact Kirsi

I’d love to hear your ideas for books that need to exist or questions about turning tough health topics into engaging kidlit. Reach out for collaborations, readings, or speaking engagements.

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