Bona Fides
- Graduate NYU - Asian Studies
- Master of Education
- Educator for over 20 years
- Publisher of Kids' Onion newspaper
- Author of numerous picture books & young adult novels
- Chinese Linguist/Instructor
- Refugee caseworker
- English-As-A-Second Language Specialist
Jana Laiz has been writing for as long as she can remember. Fascinated by other cultures, Jana studied Anthropology and Chinese language at NYU and Middlebury College. Jana has taught all grade levels including University. She is passionate about the environment and endeavors to incorporate her earth friendly philosophy as she teaches young people to explore and experience their world through the joy of writing.