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Amy Shepherd, M.Ed., is a parent, educator, and advocate for children who are blind or visually impaired. Her journey began as the mother of a young man who is legally blind and grew into a passion for making early learning more accessible and joyful for all children.She serves as the Parent Liaison for the Michigan Department of Education's Resources for Blind and Low Vision. Amy holds a Master's in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University, a Perkins-Roman CVI Range Endorsement, and iscompleting a graduate certificate in CVI at UMass Boston.Hooray for Summer is her debut published book-created with love, grounded in best practices, and driven by a deep commitment to accessibility. It's the first in a growing collection from the CVI Book Nook, which she founded to spark wonder, promote exploration, and design inclusive materials for early learners. Rachel Worden is the founder of Little Dandelion Press, a children's publishing imprint dedicated to inclusive, CVI-informed design. As both a parent and advocate, Rachel brings deep insight into how children with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and sensory differences experience the world. Her editorial work focuses on ensuring that every book blends accessibility with joyful, engaging storytelling-helping all children connect, learn, and thrive through inclusive literature.
