Child development and gifted education specialist; award-winning author of eight books and scores of articles; online columnist at The Creativity Post and regular contributor to First Time Parent Magazine; and best Version Media's Neighbours Magazines; educational consultant, presenter, and child advocate. ;Predominant areas of focus include high-level development, creativity, learning, productivity and procrastination, and children's well-being. Winner of the Independent Book Publishers Association’s Benjamin Franklin Award in the category of Teen Nonfiction for “Bust Your BUTS: Tips for Teens Who Procrastinate.” (2018). Newest book, "Ignite Your Ideas: Creativity for Kids" (Aug, 2023). Publisher: Gifted Unlimited, LLC. Website for more information: www.joannefoster.ca