Rachel C. Katz is a curriculum consultant and a writer who loves making American history accessible to young readers. She is a student in Hamline University’s Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Children and Young Adults program. RISE UP!: POWERFUL PROTESTS IN AMERICAN HISTORY is her debut picture book. In addition to writing both serious and silly picture books, Rachel also writes graphic novels and nonfiction for older readers.

An experienced middle school Social Studies and English teacher, Rachel is available for school visits and student workshops at all grade levels. Please reach out to her here.

When she’s not writing, Rachel loves making art, doing crossword puzzles, and spending time with her family.  She probably didn’t hear what you just said because she’s busy reading. She lives in Massachusetts.