Rachel Rupke has a Masters of Education degree from OISE and over ten years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, curriculum developer, and educational consultant. Rachel has loved to write for as long as she can remember and is passionate about helping children find their writing voice. Rachel lives with her partner Dave in Toronto.

Tuktu is so excited for his first birthday! He can't wait to see what everyone has planned for him. When all his friends say they are too busy to play, Tuktu is upset. Will anyone remember that today is his special day?