PeTika Tave is an award-winning educator, National Board Certified Teacher, and children’s author with 20 years of experience helping students build confidence, connection, and a love for reading. Her work began as a promise to her daughter—and now, PeTika and her teenage co-author, Zandria, lead uplifting author visits and literacy experiences that remind every child they are beautiful, brilliant, and enough.

PeTika also provides professional development for schools, districts, and organizations, showing how confidence and identity directly support literacy growth and student success. Contact us to learn how she can inspire your students and staff today!