Meet Ashley
Author, educator, & mom
behind Little High Fives
I'm so happy you're here! Little High Fives was created from my heart, my classroom, and my life as a mom
My Story
Long before Little High Fives, I was an elementary school teacher. I loved watching kids discover what they were capable of, especially in the moments when something didn’t come easily. In my classroom, “I can’t… YET” became more than a phrase. It was a reminder that struggling, making mistakes, and trying again were all part of learning.
Now, I get to see those same moments through a different lens, as a mom. I see them at school, in sports, at home, and in all the little challenges that come with growing up. It has made me realize even more how powerful our words can be. The things children hear from us today can become the things they learn to tell themselves tomorrow.
My experiences as both a teacher and a mom are woven into the stories I create. And if one of those stories helps a child think, “Maybe I can’t do it yet, but I can keep trying,” then it’s doing exactly what I hoped it would.
A Few Things About Me
Proud mom of three amazing girls, including a set of twins. My girls
inspire me every day.
Master's in Special Education. Education will always be a big part of who I am.
I hide a little leaf somewhere in every page of my Little High Five books. Can you find it?
Always up for an adventure. Mountains, hiking, fishing, camping, I love it all.
Summer is my season. Give me sunshine and a reason to be
outside , and I'm happy.
Fueled by coffee and caffeine. Preferably at home.
Thanks for being here. I hope these stories give your little ones a high five
when they need it the most
~Ashley