Alicia Ortego

A schoolteacher and an avid children's book author, Alicia Ortego, has a wealth of experience spanning over 20 years working with children. Alicia is a mother of two and a firm believer in the power of educating children at home to cultivate their character and create awareness in them from an early age.

Alicia's books about empathy, kindness, and compassion are an embodiment of her vast experience as a teacher and mother, her love for kids, and an overpowering passion for instilling in them a reading culture.

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Jory John is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and two-time E.B. White Read-Aloud Honor recipient.

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Erica L. Clymer

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Erin Winters

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Shannon Olsen

Shannon Olsen is the #1 best-selling author of 5 picture books, all geared toward building community and positive relationships at school: Our Class is a Family, both books in the A Letter From Your Teacher series, Our School is a Family, and Collaboration Station.

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Ron is husband to Jen, and father to three silly boys and one sweet little girl. Ron is the award-winning author of "The Scariest Story You’ve Ever Heard," and "This Book Is Perfect!," part of the popular Finn the Frog Collection. All of his books are illustrated by the very talented and whimsical artist, Arthur Lin, from San Francisco.

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Edgar is an award-winning, best-selling children's book author from Texas who inspires young readers with his adventurous and imaginative storytelling. When Edgar is not writing, he loves spending time with his family, exploring new places, and creating awesome memories.

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