Karen Jean Matsko Hood has always loved children and has always enjoyed reading. Therefore, it was only natural that she would eventually have a passion for writing children's books.
She presents a unique combination of different themes and poetic formats. Her writing exhibits a unique musical verse as well as her voice of compassion and purpose. Hood's writing of children's literature is strong minded yet lyrical.
Hood bases her books upon her knowledge experiences in life, and she writes about topics that she believes children will enjoy reading about. Hood also writes about personal and spiritual themes.
Hood tries to remind her readers of the importance of their lifetime link with nature and the environment. She stresses that children need to realize that social injustices and inequalities exist in today's society. Hood strongly believes that people of all ages deserve dignity and social justice.
Hood was born and raised in Great Falls, Montana. She received her Bachelor's Degree from the College of St. Benedict and St. John's University in St. Joseph and Collegeville, Minnesota. Afterwards, Hood attended postgraduate classes at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. She and her husband taught science and math on the Island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. After the couple moved to Spokane, Washington, Hood earned a Master of Arts Degree at Gonzaga University. She is in the process of completing her Ph.D. at Gonzaga University.
Hood is a certified teacher in the state of Washington and is recognized for her achievements. She is certified to teach biology, psychology, sociology, anthropology, and religious studies to grades four through twelve.
She is a passionate feminist and as is a fervently active advocate, for abused and neglected children. The author works from her home, which is in the rural suburbs of Spokane, Washington. Hood and her husband have nine children and also raise foster children. She is a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) in the Spokane juvenile justice system. In addition, Hood promotes children's literacy and reading enjoyment.
Hood currently resides in Greenacres, Washington along with her husband, twelve children, and foster children. Her interests include writing, teaching, and volunteering as a court advocate in the juvenile court system for abused and neglected children. Hood also is a literary advocate for youth and adults. Her hobbies include cooking, baking, photography, indoor and outdoor gardening, cultivating unusual flowering plants and orchids, and raising several specialty breeds of animals including Icelandic horses, bichon frise and cockapoos, and Icelandic sheepdogs. Hood also enjoys bird-watching activities such as observing hummingbirds. Hood finds all aspects of nature precious and demonstrates a passionate appreciation of the environment and a respect for all life.
Her passion for children, including those who are abused and neglected, has inspired her to be a prolific writer of children's literature. She enjoys writing fiction, nonfiction, and poetry for children.
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