Velvia D. Norman is a certified elementary school teacher, having taught grades K-8 over 20-plus years. She feels most fulfilled when she is instructing, encouraging, inspiring and empowering kids to be and do their best. Velvia says, "My experience in teaching has been the motivation for writing this Yes, I Can series of books. I want to provide tools that empower children to recognize and identify the world around them, and, ultimately, read, using letters A through Z." Her greatest role, for over 30 years now, has been that of a wife and mother. "I have a wonderful husband, three amazing children and six awesome grandchildren. They have been my inspiration and support throughout this journey."