Elaine Gast Fawcett, MS, is a published author, philanthropy advisor, and communications consultant who has been writing stories since she was in fifth grade. This is her first children's book. After living in Bay Area among the redwoods for 16 years, Elaine recently moved to the Connecticut shoreline with her husband Ted and three young daughters, who squeal with delight whenever they see a ladybug. Elaine loves spending time meandering in the forest exploring the knots and nooks of trees. Sue Schwartzman, MA, is a pioneer and leader in the youth and family philanthropy sector. She is a trusted advisor, bringing generations together around values and giving through her consulting firm, Schwartzman Advising LLC. She is a former teacher and this is her first children's book. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, Gary, and is proud of her firefighter/paramedic son and entrepreneurial daughter and son-in-law.