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I hold a PhD in Comparative Literature from Stanford and spent six years teaching advanced creative writing to gifted students at Bay Area prep schools. I believe every child has a story worth telling - my classes help them find it through great books and guided discussion.

Former 8th-grade history teacher turned curriculum designer, I have spent 12 years making history come alive through historical fiction. My book clubs dig beneath the surface - we explore primary sources, debate character decisions, and connect past events to the present day.

Certified early literacy specialist with 8 years in K-2 classrooms, I create a warm and playful space where young readers build confidence one page at a time. My sessions blend read-alouds, creative movement, and guided discussion to make books feel like adventures.

Aerospace engineer turned educator, I bring a scientist curiosity to every book we open. My classes pair compelling science and nature narratives with hands-on experiments and research projects, turning readers into young scientists who ask big questions.

Bilingual curriculum designer and former literary magazine editor, I specialize in stories that blend the real and the magical. My book clubs explore Latin American and global voices, helping students see the world through new eyes while developing sophisticated literary analysis skills.