Montoya, Miranda: - Dr. Miranda Kogon Montoya is an award winning author who hopes to inspire children and encourage resilience through her writing. She knew from a young age that she would become a teacher. She has also been a school psychologist, BCBA, principal, and district administrator. Miranda focuses her work on supporting educators and caregivers in helping children build academic and social-emotional skills. Miranda hopes her stories will be a comforting resource for kids. Through her writing, she wishes to encourage readers to see each change as a step toward discovering their own strengths and the unique opportunities waiting to be discovered.