Tamika Mitchell-Wilcher
Author
Books
Wash Em DowN
Wash Em Down by Tamika Michell-Wilcher is a fun rap-a-long to help your children remember to wash their hands and inhibit the spread of disease in our communities. Pair it up with the Wash Em Down Coloring Book for more learning fun!
Smart and Beautiful Me
Smart and Beautiful Me is about Unique, a little girl born with Down Syndrome. Unique finds transitioning to school very difficult with overstimulation and bullies. She is rescued by Teacher T who teaches her a positive mantra to help her see how Smart, Beautiful, and Unique she really is.
The Story Behind the Story
As an educator, I have been able to work with all children. Some of those children have a disability that makes them extra special and lovable. They would become sad because bullies were constantly making fun of them and calling them ugly names. I knew that I had to find a way that I could reach more students to let them know that we are all special and we are who we are supposed to be. I would talk to the oppressors and let them know that we all are special in our own special way. They then began to realize that we are all created the same and should be treated as such. This in turn created great friendships and bodyguards for the little “uniques.”
About the Author
My name is Tamika Wilcher. I was born on June 22 in Camilla Ga, and I currently reside in Albany Ga. I have been married to Willie L. Wilcher, Jr. for 15 years. We have three beautiful children, Markya (20), Xzavier (16), and Ma’Qell (10). I have been in education for 17 years. I started out as a paraprofessional for Pre-K and Kindergarten. During this time, I knew that I wanted to be able to give the students more while having fun. In knowing this, I began my path on becoming a certified educator. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and I furthered my education in order to obtain my Master’s Degree in Elementary Education and then my Ed.S (Educational Specialist) from Georgia Southwestern University. Reading is by far is my favorite subject. Since becoming an educator, I earned the title of “Teacher of the Year” in 2018-2019. Some of my favorite things to do in my leisure time is to spend quality time with my family and travel. I also love to listen to music because it gives me so much peace.
Why Do You Do What You Do Everyday?
“Everything that you do is a part of your life and I choose to be more positive. People that love what they do on a daily basis will find a way to do those things that they are passionate about without hesitation. Being an educator brings me life and the ability to shape little minds.”
What Made You Interested in Writing Children’s Books?
“I am interested because it allows me to write about people that I am passionate about and that is children. By writing about children’s UNIQUE interests could be helping families in the process that may have thought all hope was gone for their special families.”
What Do You Think is the Value of Positive Books and Media for Children?
“Reading books can help children with words, language, and develop early literacy skills. It can also spark up that extraordinary imagination that is waiting to explode. Having positive media will allow the students to partner up in innovative ways and stay in touch with their family and friends.”