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Hallee Adelman is an American children's book author, filmmaker, producer, and educator known for her work in children's literature and documentary films. She holds a Ph.D. in education and is recognized for writing books that address emotional development in children, as well as producing acclaimed documentary films. Adelman's work across literature, film, and education is united by her commitment to helping children and families through storytelling and education.^[1] Her stated goal is to provide opportunities for children, teens, and storytellers to imagine boundlessly, unlock their strengths, and discover their passions.^[2]

Early Life and Education

Born in Philadelphia, Adelman spent her childhood engaging in creative play and imaginative activities. Her early reading interests included classics such as The Monster at the End of This Book, Caps for Sale, and Amelia Bedelia. She later pursued a career in education, earning a Ph.D. and becoming an educator teaching students from elementary through university levels.

Literary Work

Adelman made her debut as a children’s book author with the Social Emotional Learning title My Quiet Ship^[3], published by Albert Whitman & Company in 2018. My Quiet Ship was a finalist for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Crystal Kite Award in 2019. She then authored the Great Big Feelings series of children's picture books, also published by Albert Whitman.

In 2020, Adelman began authoring the Great Big Feelings series of children's picture books, also published by Albert Whitman. Her first book, Way Past Mad^[4] won critical acclaim and was named as a Parent’s Choice Award finalist in 2020.^[5]

Titles include:


Year	Title	Author / Illustrator	Notes
2018	My Quiet Ship	Hallee Adelman Sonia Sanchez	Finalist for the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) Crystal Kite Award in 2019
2020	Way Past Mad	Hallee Adelman Sandra de la Prada	Parent’s Choice Award in 2020
2020	Way Past Worried	Hallee Adelman Sandra de la Prada
2021	Way Past Jealous	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall	Named to Bank Street College of Education’s “Best Children’s Books the Year” list for 2022 and received a Kirkus “starred review”
2021	Way Past Sad	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall
2022	Way Past Lonely	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall
2022	Way Past Afraid	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall
2022	The Strongest Thing	Hallee Adelman Rea Zhai
2023	Way Past Sorry	Hallee Adelman Josep Maria Juli
2023	Way Past Embarrassed	Hallee Adelman Josep Maria Juli
2024	Way Past Mean	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall	Won a Bookstagang Best of 2024 Award in the “Conversation Starters” category
2025	Way Past Shame	Hallee Adelman Karen Wall

World of HA Productions - Film

In 2018, Adelman co-founded World of HA Productions, a production company focused on developing impactful documentary films. Projects include:


Year	Title	Role	Notes
2020	The Truffle Hunters	Associate Producer	The film won the 2021 Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in Documentary Film from the American Society of Cinematographers, among other awards and nominations.
2020	The Social Dilemma	Executive Producer	The film won two 2021 Primetime Emmys, among many other awards and nominations.
2020	US Kids	Executive Producer	The film was nominated for the Grand Jury Prize for Documentary at the 2020 Sundance Film festival, among other festival nominations and awards.
2021	Writing with Fire	Executive Producer	The film was nominated for an 2022 Oscar Award, among many other awards and nominations.
2021	Our American Family	Co-Director / Producer	The film won the Audience Award for Best Feature Documentary at the 2021 Woodstock Film Festival and was selected for Deadline’s “For the Love of Docs” screening series by National Geographic.
2021	Art & Krimes by Krimes	Executive Producer	The film won a 2023 Emmy Award for Outstanding Arts & Culture Documentary, among other awards and nominations.
2021	Broadway Rising	Executive Producer
2021	Your Friend, Memphis	Executive Producer
2022	Aisha	Executive Producer	Audience Award winner at the 2022 Cork International Film Festival
2022	Frybread Face and Me	Executive Producer	The film was nominated for a 2024 GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Film in Streaming or TV
2023	Invisible Beauty	Executive Producer	The film won a 2024 NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Documentary, and a 2024 Cinema Eye Honors Award, among other awards and nominations
2023	Late Bloomers	Executive Producer
2023	Story & Pictures By	Executive Producer
2023	Tomorrow, Tomorrow, Tomorrow	Executive Producer
2023	No One Asked You	Executive Producer
2024	Daughters	Executive Producer	The film won the Documentary Audience Award at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival, and Best New Documentary Filmmakers at the 2024 Critics’ Choice Documentary Awards, among other awards and nominations. It has also been shortlisted for the 2025 Oscar Awards
2024	My Sweet Land	Executive Producer	The film has been nominated for multiple 2024 International Documentary Association Awards.
2024	Death By Numbers	Executive Producer	The film has been shortlisted for the 2025 Oscar Awards, among other festival nominations and awards.
2025	The Librarians	Executive Producer	The film had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 24, 2025 and is scheduled for a screening on March 7, 2025 at the South by Southwest film festival.
2025	Speak	Executive Producer	The film debuted at the Sundance Film Festival on January 23, 2025 in the U.S. Documentary Competition.

Broadway

Adelman was also a Producer on Broadway's Back to the Future: The Musical. The musical opened officially on August 3, 2023. The production had the same creative team as the original West End production. The production received two nominations at the 77th Tony Awards: Best Featured Actor in a Musical (Bart) and Best Scenic Design of a Musical. The production closed on January 5, 2025 after 35 previews and 597 performances.

Philanthropy

Adelman has supported various Philadelphia education, health, community, film, and basketball non-profits, including: Philadelphia School Partnership, The Franklin Institute, Please Touch Museum, Wissahickon Charter School, KIPP Charter School, Drexel University, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, Simon's Heart, Penn Medicine, Jewish Family and Children's Service of Greater Philadelphia, Greater Philadelphia Film Office, Philadelphia Film Society, Philadelphia Youth Basketball and the Sixers Youth Foundation

Personal Life

Adelman resides in the Philadelphia area with her husband David Adelman, two daughters, and two mohawked dogs named Romeo and May. She is known for her love of sour gummies and Philadelphia culture.

References

^ "Haverford mom releases book to empower children". Delco Times. 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
^ mainlinetonight (2024-05-15). "Hallee Adelman: New Book, New Movies". Main Line Tonight. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
^ "Haverford mom releases book to empower children". Delco Times. 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
^ Press, Jessica Blatt (2020-02-28). "Hallee Adelman's adorable new children's book is a reminder that it's okay to get mad". The Philadelphia Citizen. Retrieved 2025-02-20.
^ Noble, Barnes &. "2020 Parents' Choice Award Winners for Picture Books, 2020 Parents' Choice Awards, Books". Barnes & Noble. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

[1] "Haverford mom releases book to empower children". Delco Times. 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

[2] tonight (2024-05-15). "Hallee Adelman: New Book, New Movies". Main Line Tonight. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

[3] "Haverford mom releases book to empower children". Delco Times. 2019-02-12. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

[4] Press, Jessica Blatt (2020-02-28). "Hallee Adelman's adorable new children's book is a reminder that it's okay to get mad". The Philadelphia Citizen. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

[5] Noble, Barnes &. "2020 Parents' Choice Award Winners for Picture Books, 2020 Parents' Choice Awards, Books". Barnes & Noble. Retrieved 2025-02-20.

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