I have been teaching elementary students for just about 30 years. My primary focus has been fourth and fifth grades. Before that I taught preschool while getting my BA and teaching credential from San Jose State University.  Many years into my teaching career I earned my Masters degree in Education, Integrated Teaching through the Arts. It was be best thing I could have done to renew my commitment and enthusiasm for teaching.  

The best thing about my job? Everyday is different, and I continue to LOVE it! Teaching remotely for over a year, spanning two different school years, truly sparked my creativity. So far I have completed one manuscript, currently being published by Archway Publishing. I have also started planning the second in what I hope to be a multi-book series, as well as an article for an online  education magazine. Writing my blog seems to satisfy my daily urge to write, since the school year is still in session. Still loving my day job!