Blending stories, activities, a dash of science, and practical insights, Jessica Speer’s award-winning books guide readers through challenges that surface during childhood and adolescence. She holds a master’s degree in social sciences and explores topics in ways that connect with kids and teens.
The Phone Book
Book Summary: Packed with techy tidbits and stories, this book explores healthy phone habits and ways to stay safe online. Plus, fun activities and secret codes reveal the power of your phone and ways to wield it as a force for good.
* 2023-25 LIBRARIAN FAVORITES AWARD
*2025 PURPLE DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD
Middle School – Safety Goggles Advised
Book Summary: There are cool things about middle school, like more independence and new friends. But there’s baffling stuff too, like the whole “popularity” thing, drama, and gossip. With fun illustrations and choose-your-own-adventure-style scenarios, this book will help you deal with it all and define who you are when things get weird.
*2023 COLORADO BOOK AWARD FINALIST
* 2023 PURPLE DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD
BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)?
A Girls Guide to Happy Friendships
Book Summary: Through fun activities, quizzes, and real stories, this book helps girls decipher healthy vs. unhealthy friendship skills and how to navigate struggles. But more importantly, this book gives readers a new perspective on friendship, how to navigate conflict, and ways to create positive change.
*2022 KIDS CHOICE BOOK AWARD FINALIST
*2021 ROYAL DRAGONFLY BOOK AWARD
100 First Words for Little Coloradans
Book Summary: Forget apple and dog—little Coloradans are ready to move from ABC to SUP and other Colorado-specific words like granola, crampons, and Casa Bonita. Packed with hilarious illustrations and 100 words every Colorado-dwelling baby should know (before any others, of course), 100 First Words for Little Coloradans is the perfect board book for families who love the Centennial State.