ABOUT MEHi! I am a writer of children's books and an elementary school teacher. I am currently writing a Chapter Books Series for children ages seven to 12 years old.My "JUST JUNIPER Adventures” book series is about Sophia and her dog Juniper. Juniper is a two-year old golden retriever. In the series, Sophia and Juniper get in difficult and scary situations. The adventures of Sophia, Juniper and their many friends will mesmerize young readers and keep them eagerly turning the pages of the books.I have been teaching seven and eight year olds for the past 30 years. Seeing a child get totally absorbed reading a chapter book for the first time was one of the most rewarding experiences I had as a teacher. I hope my "JUST JUNIPER Adventures Series" motivates young children to become lifelong readers.I am currently writing more books for the JUST JUNIPER SERIES. In addition I am working on two picture books and also writing a non-fiction series about Endangered Animals.All my books are written for young readers. They were my motivation and inspiration. I should also mention that they were my first critics and editors! I read the first draft of all my books to my second grade students and asked for their opinion and critique. It was their enthusiasm, honesty and demand, "Please write one more JUST JUNIPER Adventure !" that motivated me to continue writing more and more books for the series.What else should you know about me? I love traveling around the world and have traveled extensively. I am married to a renaissance man who is an elementary school teacher, an opera singer and chorus director of the Miami Lyric Opera.I live in Miami and love the ocean!Love and Light,IreneRead more about this authorRead less about this author