Miranda Paul

Miranda Paul is an award-winning children's book author known for writing both fiction and nonfiction works that often focus on science, nature, and environmental themes. Her books include "Water Is Water," "One Plastic Bag," and "Nine Months: Before a Baby Is Born." As a former teacher and conservation volunteer, Paul brings educational elements into her storytelling while maintaining child-friendly narratives. She has received recognition from the American Library Association, International Literacy Association, and National Science Teachers Association for various works. Paul frequently visits schools and speaks at conferences to discuss writing, research, and environmental activism. Her book "One Plastic Bag" tells the true story of a Gambian woman's recycling initiative, while "I Am Farmer" spotlights environmental activism in Cameroon. Beyond writing, Paul serves as a mentor for We Need Diverse Books and co-founded Rate Your Story, an organization that helps aspiring writers develop their craft. Her works have been translated into multiple languages and are used in classrooms across several countries.

Readers appreciate Paul's ability to make STEM and environmental topics engaging for young children. Her books receive consistent 4.5-5 star ratings on Goodreads and Amazon. Parents and teachers note that books like "One Plastic Bag" and "Water is Water" work well in classroom settings, with several citing their use in science lessons. Reviewers mention the books lead to meaningful discussions with children about conservation and recycling. Common praise points: - Clear explanations of complex topics - Educational without being didactic - Quality illustrations that support the text - Books work for multiple age groups Critiques focus on: - Some books move slowly for very young readers - Scientific concepts in certain titles too advanced for target age - Text occasionally too sparse Ratings snapshot: Goodreads: "One Plastic Bag" 4.4/5 (1,200+ ratings) "Water is Water" 4.3/5 (1,100+ ratings) Amazon: Average 4.7/5 across titles

Water is Water - A poetic exploration of the water cycle and how water changes from one state to another throughout the seasons.

One Plastic Bag - The true story of Isatou Ceesay, who found a way to recycle plastic bags and transform her community in Gambia.

Whose Hands Are These? - A guessing game book that introduces children to different community workers through their hands and actions.

10 Little Ninjas - A counting book featuring children who keep escaping bedtime in different imaginative ways.

Are We Pears Yet? - Two seeds narrate the process of growing into pear trees while waiting impatiently through the seasons.

Nine Months: Before a Baby Is Born - A month-by-month look at fetal development and how a family prepares for a new baby.

Little Libraries, Big Heroes - The origin story of Todd Bol and the Little Free Library movement he created.

Adventures To School - Real stories of children around the world and their unique journeys to get an education.

Speak Up - A look at various scenarios where children can use their voices to speak up for themselves and others.

Beyond: Discoveries from the Outer Reaches of Space - An exploration of space phenomena and astronomical discoveries beyond our solar system.