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Get to Know Bryan Smith

Get to Know Diversity is Key author, Bryan Smith! 

1. Tell us about yourself! 

I am married with two children, Braden and Blake, recurring characters in some of my books. I coach both of their teams in baseball and basketball. I love to travel and enjoy the mountains. I have always loved to write; I published my first book 4 years ago. Currently I am an elementary school counselor in Texas.

2. What was your inspiration for writing Diversity is Key

Our world is becoming more diverse each year; to me, that's a great thing! I think we can learn so much from the different cultures around us, and children are very eager to do so. I wrote this book to help instill that love and desire to learn more about other cultures.  

3. How do you think your experiences both as a parent and a school counselor help you in writing the story? 

I have worked at many schools that have diverse populations, interests, and abilities. There are always students who are curious about other cultures. But sometimes there are also students who make fun of other cultures for their beliefs and traditions. I have seen students recognize others' academic abilities and reach out to help when students struggle. Having experienced all of these different outlooks, I was able to capture each story in Diversity is Key.

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