Terry Graff believes that a good story can spark a lifelong love of reading, curiosity, and learning. With a background as a Reading Specialist, classroom teacher, and biologist, she brings a unique blend of science and storytelling to her work. Her stories are designed to ignite curiosity, foster empathy, and deepen awareness of the natural world.Terry holds a B.S. in Biology from Virginia Tech and a Master's degree in Reading from the University of Virginia. A longtime resident of Albemarle County, Virginia, she and her husband, Andy, raised their two daughters surrounded by the beauty of nature and the joy of discovery. Throughout her career-as both an educator and a mother-Terry has devoted herself to nurturing young minds and hearts. She continues to find endless inspiration in the way children view the world: with wonder, questions, and wide-eyed excitement.When she's not writing, Terry enjoys gardening, traveling, and spending time with animals-especially her dog Scout.Turtle Speaks is her debut children's book. She looks forward to writing many more stories that illuminate and inspire.