Jodi Wheeler-Toppen

Jodi Wheeler-Toppen is a teacher and science writer whose book topics range from extreme insects to exciting and explosive experiments. Her science articles have appeared in children's magazines such as Highlights, Cricket, Spider, and Ask.

She holds a Ph.D. in Science Education from the University of Georgia, where her dissertation addressed integrating literacy and science instruction. When she's not writing or doing author visits, she conducts staff development for teachers.

She lives in Atlanta with her husband and two children. Find her on the web at OnceUponAScienceBook.com.