About the Author

Roberta Harman Ford completed both a B.A. and M.A. in education at the State University of New York at Geneseo. She semi-retired after over forty years in education including classroom teaching (at the elementary, middle, and high school levels in New York, Nebraska, and Colorado), serving as both a department chair and program coordinator, serving as a staff development instructor, and being a Cherry Creek School District S.T.A.R. mentor for beginning teachers. Currently she devotes her time to tutoring, consulting (Power Writing and Grammar with a Twist), and writing the Old Elbows series of books for and about her grandchildren. Roberta has received numerous teaching awards including Colorado Teacher of the Year and the 2012 Alumni Excellence in Education Award from the State University of New York at Geneseo.

Dedication

To my husband Glenn who makes all things possible because he lets me be me.

Acknowledgments

A special thanks to the following people:

• All the teachers whose shared wisdom and enthusiasm made this book possible
• Dina Davis, Kay Sandler, Megan Henry, Jennifer Ford, and dear friend Helen LiFeber-Rosener for their editing insights
• Erin Fielding, Staples Copy & Print Specialist, for her patience in helping me convert my files and her printing expertise
• Allison Brown, Digital Publishing Services Manager, for her collaborative spirit and publishing expertise.