Welcome!
 
I'm a full-time writer, mostly of "way cool" science and other books for kids. Bubble Homes and Fish Farts (Charlesbridge; illustrated by Carolyn Conahan) is my fifteenth book (more to come!). I've also written oodles of articles in magazines such as YES Mag, KNOW, Odyssey, and Highlights for Children.  Over the years, I've chased questions through most of the "ologies", talking to scientists around the world about all kinds of neat stuff, from palindromes to solar wind.  I share what I find with the most curious beings on the planet---kids. I have the coolest job!
Click on the links for information about my books and a little about me.  A few times each month I take a break from the keyboard and get out to talk with kids and adults about writing.  I love doing that!  Follow the links to find out how to invite me to speak at your school, conference, or writers' group.  And if you're a writer looking for some tips and hints, there's some of that here, too.

 

 

What's New?


2010-2011
Pennsylvania Keystone to 
Reading Book 
Award!

 
Bubble Homes and Fish Farts
is the winner! 

Thank you to the Keystone State Reading Association for shortlisting the book, and to 
the intermediate students of Pennsylvania for voting it #1.

 

 

The Animal Behavior Society Outstanding Children's Book Award

Honor Book!
Bubble Homes and Fish Farts
 
is one of three 
2009 Honor Books selected for this award!

  

 
Article: "Running Shoes"  
...the "Know It" column


in the 
Jan/Feb 2011 issue of
 
KNOW Magazine: 
The Science Magazine for Curious Kids


Sure, running shoes are great for walking, playing games, and of course, running, but did you know runners are also filled with science to help you play your max game, keep your feet safe from injury, and...?  



   


Nominated! 

Bubble Homes and Fish Farts is one of ten books nominated in the nonfiction category of the 2012 Grand Canyon Reader Award. Arizona students will vote for the winner. I love these readers' choice awards.

Best Kids 
Nonfiction Books!

Bubble Homes and Fish Farts is on the list!

 
 


Starred  Selection! 

Not only has Bubble Homes and Fish Farts been named to the Canadian Children's Book Centre's "BEST BOOKS FOR KIDS  AND TEENS 2010", it is a STARRED SELECTION! Thank you CCBC!

 

 
                                           Text © Fiona Bayrock  
                                       Cover Art
© 2009 Carolyn Conahan   Cartoon Art © 2005 Ruth McNally Barshaw
                                             All rights reserved. 
Last Updated: March 31, 2011
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