Connie Ann Kirk has written several nonfiction books for young readers, including The Mohawks of North America. She is also the author of the reference, Companion to American Children’s Picture Books. A descendant of the Iroquois (Seneca), Kirk was inspired to write the picture book Sky Dancers by her father’s carpentry work. She researched extensively the Mohawks’ role in building the skyscrapers and bridges of New York City and the history of the Empire State Building. Kirk lives in the Finger Lakes Region of New York State. To find out more about Connie Ann Kirk, visit her website: connieannkirk.com.