Kathy Joy SaundersKathy Joy Saunders is a children's author who believes that even the smallest readers can be mighty and brave. Her stories help kids face mistakes, try again, and discover that courage isn't about never messing up, it's about learning what to do next all wrapped up in playful rhyme and heartwarming illustrations.A lifelong educator, Kathy spent more than 30 years teaching Pre-K and elementary students. She understands how young minds think, learn, and grow, and she writes with the same compassion she once brought to her classroom. Her commitment to helping struggling learners succeed led her students to remarkable growth-earning recognition in the top 2% in the State of Florida for moving low-performing children to confident, capable achievers.But Kathy's inspiration begins at home. A mother of two successful adult children and grandmother to bright young girls, she sees every day how reading opens hearts, builds confidence, and teaches children to navigate life's challenges. Her mission is simple:: to write stories that nurture, spark curiosity, and make kids excited to read more. Before writing books, Kathy was a published early-childhood curriculum author, creating materials used by thousands of teachers in the US and internationally. She holds a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Florida Southern University and an associate's degree from Central Florida College-where a scholarship is awarded in her name to support future educators. Read More Read Less