Raccoons (Nocturnal Animals)
J. Angelique Johnson grew up in the foothills of Colorado. She earned a degree in English from the University of Minnesota, Mankato, and has been writing nonfiction for children since 2009. Her books range from mythology to step-by-step tips on how to find the right pet, which she has two of (one dog, and one cat who likes to terrorize the dog). She now lives in south central Minnesota with her husband and two children (who terrorize one another).Gail Saunders-Smith is an assistant education professor at Youngstown State University in Ohio. She is also an independent staff developer, writer, and editor. She presents nationally at conferences on literacy development and instruction and has written numerous articles, children's non-fiction books, and professional resources. Gail holds a B.S. and M.A. in Early Childhood Education from Kent State University and a M.S. in Administration and Supervision from Youngstown State University. She completed post-graduate work at The Ohio State University and earned a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from The University of Akron. Gail is a former classroom teacher, Reading Recovery Teacher Leader, and Reading/Language Arts K-12 Supervisor and Coordinator of State and Federal Programs for the Summit County ESC.