More than 35 years ago, the author of Smart Little Sunny felt a tugging at her heart strings for homeless children. At that time a teacher and basketball coach, Dr. Wanda Sue knew that one day she would be directed to a mission with that end.

 

Fifteen years later, she found herself as a school principal working on a doctorate. It was at that time she created the character that is now at the heart of the Smart Little Sunny series.

 

Today, Dr. Wanda Sue trains K-12 and university leaders through teaching, mentoring, coaching, and consulting. These leaders will go on to make a difference in the lives of thousands of children in the southern coastal region of the United States as well as at the college and university level.

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It is still her dream and passion to one day make a home for the homeless. For now, that dream will be fulfilled by donating over 50% of the proceeds of the Smart Little Sunnybook series to local charities. 

 

For the future, the vision is clear. When the timing is right, a children’s home in a ranch setting will be initiated as a host home for those in need. 

 

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