Carrie Lara, PsyD, specializes in working with children and families on child and human development, including foster and adoptive youth, those with learning disabilities and special education, and children dealing with trauma, using attachment-based play therapy. She lives in Sonoma County, CA. Visit her on Facebook @authorcarrielara. Christine Battuz has illustrated over 60 children's books, including Marvelous Maravilloso, My Sister Beth's Pink Birthday , and Shy Spaghetti and Excited Eggs . Her work appears in educational books, magazines, toys, and toy packaging. She teaches art to adults and children of all ages. She lives in Bromont, Quebec. Visit her at kuizin.

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