Cher Vataloro (Vat—a—lar—o) remembers visiting zoos and aquariums as a child and seeing the relationship the keepers and trainers had with the animals. That's when she decided to work with animals when she grew up. College studies and internships at nature centers and marine parks led to full—time jobs. Cher is now the Director of the Conservation Education Department at the Lehigh Valley Zoo.
She's passionate about sharing her knowledge and fondness of animals through zoo programs and this debut picture book. In addition to her work at the zoo, Cher serves as the education advisor for the African Penguin Species Survival Plan� and sits on the Steering Committee for the Ambassador Animal Advisory Group. As if she doesn't get enough animal time at work, Cher and her family have 2 cats, a dog, and a parrot.