Paul Fleisher

Paul Fleisher taught elementary and middle school students 27 years in the Richmond, Virginia Public Schools' Program for the Gifted. He has written dozens of books for young people and educators, including Brain Food and Secrets of the Universe. His books The Big Bang and Parasites were both named Best Science Trade Books by the National Science Teachers Association. In 1988 Paul received the Virginia Education Association's Award for Peace and International Relations; in 1999 he was honored with the Thomas Jefferson Medal for Outstanding Contributions to Natural Science Education. Since retiring in 2005, Paul has served on the staff of the Richmond Peace Education Center. More details are available at www.paulfleisher.com.