Her debut book ” I Am Not a Ballerina” illustrated by Crina Magalio was awarded Second Place in Children’s Picture Books by The Bookfest in Fall 2024. This hysterical book will make kids of all ages laugh out loud and help them remember that when we are brave we can do anything. Lizbeth has consulted as a Children’s Media Researcher and Content Specialist for children’s television shows and products for PBS Kids. Some of her children television projects included Alma’s Way, the Emmy nominated show- Rosie’s Rules, and Sesame Street. She has a Masters Degree in Education, Counseling and Human Development. She is a certified 200-hour Yoga and Mindfulness teacher, YogaEd for Teens Certified, and Restorative Yoga Certified. Lizbeth is also an evaluator for children’s initiatives for federal and state agencies such as the New York City Department of Education Pre-K For All Program, Administration for Children and Families, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and the National Institutes of Health.