Dawn McCuin's began her writing career with an innovative and motivating STEM story titled "We Can Do It!". She recently authored a second story titled, "Mystery Scientists We Can Do It!" that also comes as a coloring book. Her story inspires the youth from all different backgrounds to push the limits to cause chaos and go after their dreams with stories regarding people of color who invented miracles during difficult periods of history.
Dawn is a military wife that lives with her husband and kids in Southern California. Her love for writing children's books comes from her twelve year career as a teacher. She currently is a 7th grade Math/Science Teacher and has taught elementary school as well. She plans to continue her love for books by writing more children's stories that encourage kids to follow their dreams.
Her ideas and inspiration comes from her mother, who happens to be the main character and inspiration for the character Raven in the "We Can Do It!" series. Her mother had endless construction projects around the house that Dawn and her mother worked on together that led to an amazing bond and motivated an inspirational series for young children. Innovative fresh face author Dawn McCuin uses a unique tone to integrate African American history with Science and Mathematics. Her books celebrate girl power and diversity with a creative sense of humor. The "We Can Do It!" series are inspiring children's books that will motivate a new generation of young thinkers. Dawn is also a Chula Vista School Vendor, and available for book signings, assemblies and book readings.
Raven takes her brother Russell on a historical journey about different black women in history that have invented wonderful creations that contribute to society, that we use every day.
Raven and Russel are two siblings looking for a scientific adventure! Together they go on a candy popping journey discovering amazing inventors, learning about the Scientific Method and trying out amazing experiments.
"Love it. So inspiring for young people with big dreams. I'd suggest everyone have a copy in their home both for
the knowledge it imparts and for the encouraging message."
— Tina Meggs Keller
"It is very educational. I like it shows black, female inventors that a lot of people might not know about.
I brought 2 books, one to keep and one to give away. It can/will inspire girls (especially of color) to reach
for the stars and not let anyone discourage them."
— Boo
"Great message and history connection, looking forward to share this story with my younger cousins
and third grade students to introduce female inventors."
— Cherry Williams
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