Author Description

"BUFFALO BILL" AND THE BIG THRILL is a delightful story about the colorful wild west hero that captured the hearts of many, and continues today to be an important lesson to be taught to all children. As Bill's sidekick, the "Snake," adds humor with his little quotes that appeal to all readers, young or not so young, children will remember the events of Buffalo Bill and Annie Oakley as they hunted, performed and won the hearts of the American West. JANICE MCCURRY, a retired high school counselor and educational consultant, lives with her husband in Seguin, Texas. The first books she wrote and illustrated were on "Bullying." Her passions are writing, painting, gardening and enjoying time with her nine grandchildren JEFF MENKING, a retired elementary principal and educational consultant, lives with his wife in Seguin, Texas. His love for history and working with elementary children will continue as he shares this story and the colorful "Buffalo Bill" with Texas schools. JANICE AND JEFF have worked together for many years, and their love for teaching children is a passion for both. They have been traveling throughout Texas with their anti-bullying business, and now are ready to branch out with new topics to share. Their new book will teach a fun history lesson about "Buffalo Bill" and his sidekick, the "Snake " Their dream is to share a bit of history in such a way that all children will not only learn an important lesson, but will remember the events through the use of humor and entertainment