Sylvia Crunden is the author of the Nick and Ben Books.  She is an experienced elementary teacher that has worked in Connecticut for 24 years.  She has a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. She has written three books with Nick and Ben and many other loveable characters.  She wants the characters teach lessons in fun and exciting ways.   She wants to help as many children as possible with social skills.  She is inspired to write these books three books by her two nephews and the students she teaches.  She is also inspired by other children’s book authors because she has been able to use their books for enjoyment and as resources to help teach students.  She is hopeful this book will help parents with their children at home.

She loves spending time with her family and is extremely close to her two nephews.  Sylvia has many hobbies including playing sports such as volleyball and softball.  She was a volunteer firefighter and EMT for many years.  She is a floral designer and loves to create arrangements for weddings.