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About the Author
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"All I hope for is that my work leaves a long-lasting impression on children, to apply what they've learned into their daily habits" - Karen Quan
Karen is an award-winning author and scientific researcher at the University of Toronto with an Honours Bachelor of Science. She completed a double major in Molecular Biology and Human Biology, Immunology, & Disease. She is currently pursuing her Master's degree in environmental microbiology.
Karen is committed to supporting children and her community. She has worked with kids through hospital volunteer programs, children's hockey coaching, and was the founder of a non-profit organization aimed at helping homeless youth in need.
Her children's book Wash Your Hands, Juno! has won the 2025 Research and Creative Prize at the University of Toronto, was a finalist in the 2025 Research Forum, and has gained widespread attention from media sources. It is now distributed across elementary schools, hospitals, and daycares, reaching young readers in diverse settings.
My Story
To guide a child through their growing chapters of life is a rare and beautiful gift. I believe that every young mind carries a spark of wonder, an ember of curiosity waiting to be evoked. Through my stories, I hope to ignite that spark, to nurture imagination and discovery, reminding children that curiosity is the beginning of something extraordinary.
The Writer's Journey
A children’s book is a project I’ve always wanted to create and share with the next generation. I’ve always believed knowledge translation is such an important driver for a child’s development and success. With my background in biological sciences, I wanted to craft stories that resonated with young minds and elicit curiosity within them.
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