Susan has studied child development and happiness in many countries since her first trip through Europe, the Middle East, and Asia in 1963. She has degrees in philosophy, comparative religions, and education. In London, England, in 1971 she was awarded the AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) diploma for teaching children from 2.5-6 years of age. Since then she has earned 0-3 and 6-12 diplomas. Susan is a wife, mother, grandmother, artist, and education consultant. She continues to learn and to share her insights. For more information see her website www.susanart.net