Stories That Teach. Adventures That Transform.
Letitia B. Burton — Children's Book Author
Author Visits for Elementary Schools
Letitia B. Burton writes science-rich, heart-driven stories for elementary and preschool students that help teachers meet SEL and literacy goals — while sparking curiosity about the natural world. Resilience, courage, and wonder on every page.
🏅 Winner of Four Children's Book Awards
Benjamin Franklin· Silver Award
Moonbeam· Silver Medal
Purple Dragonfly· Book Award
Mom's Choice· Gold Award
Discussing Soar with students at the Bryn Mawr School
Classroom-Ready Adventures
Books That Teach & Inspire
Each title blends real science, heartfelt storytelling, and ready-to-use discussion guides — so you can bring wonder into your classroom with confidence.
What Schools Say
From librarians and book club leaders whose students read Soar.
“Hendrix and Ryder's migration story kept our students on the edge of their seats! The brothers' changing relationship added a layer of real-world drama that truly connected with our kids, making every step of their journey feel personal. Soar is a must-read for any elementary classroom.”
“Our Elementary Book Club recently read Soar by Letitia Burton, and our students absolutely loved it! The book kept our readers engaged from beginning to end and sparked wonderful discussions. Letitia took the time to set up a Zoom session with our students — the opportunity to meet the author made the experience even more meaningful.”
About the Author
Storyteller. Educator. Nature Advocate.
Letitia B. Burton writes stories where science and wonder are inseparable, where every character discovers that their unique gift matters, and where the natural world is both teacher and adventure.
With over ten years of writing for young readers, Letitia partners with teachers and librarians to bring standards-aligned, SEL-rich stories into classrooms — connecting real biology, ecology, and migration science with narratives children can't put down.
Whether she's visiting schools for read-alouds or kayaking out to visit the ospreys on channel marker 7, Letitia believes in one thing above all: every child deserves stories that make them feel brave, curious, and wonderfully themselves.
Let's Work Together
Bring These Stories to Your Classroom
Looking for a school visit, a virtual author Q&A, or classroom resources aligned to your curriculum? I'd love to help you spark curiosity and conversation with your students.