Author & Illustrator
About the author:
Diane has been a Waldorf early childhood educator for many years - nurturing the hearts and minds of young children with storytelling, puppetry, singing, therapeutic movmement and imaginative play. She is the mom of 2 very big, grown up boys, 2 dogs and 4 parakeets. She loves yoga, cooking, being out in nature and spending time with her husband.
Gary the Gastropod is very popular!
Puppetry is healing and fun! The children love interacting with their puppet friends!
Diane is happiest when surrounded by children
”I feel so blessed to have been a part of so many young children’s lives! The love I receive from them will always stay with me.”💞
Diane and her 2 very big boys!
”I love being a mom! No matter how big or how old your children are you’ll always be their mom!”
About the Illustrator:
Lisa is a crafty critter lover!
Lisa Bienvenu-Azzoli is an amazing artist who is accomplished in many mediums. With a background in art therapy, she truly puts her heart into her work. Lisa is also a mom to 4 beautiful daughters, a devoted wife, nature lover and passionate wildlife rehabber, specializing in squirrels and bunnies.
Lisa is a crafty critter lover!
Lisa is a crafty critter lover!
Lisa’s talents extend well beyond painting and drawing; she has made beautiful quilts, needle felted and knitted sweet little animals, and brings her artistic sense and creativity to all she does!