Paul E. Krajewski And Matthew N. Topper

Paul and Matt have collaborated to create books meant to get children of all ages excited about science and technology. The project started with a discussion over Christmas dinner and has led to a series of books which show how the elements of the periodic table are used in everyday life. The books use a combination of catchy poems and vibrant pictures to tell the story. Matt and Paul have taken the books into classrooms, and even distributed them at Bring Your Kids to Work Day at General Motors. They would welcome opportunities to collaborate to help bring their vision to a larger audience.

Paul Krajewski is a husband, dad, materials scientist, coach, and die-hard Michigan Wolverine. He has over 30 years leading innovation in the auto industry where where he won numerous individual and team industry awards. He is currently the director of Vehicle Systems Research at the General Motors R&D Center. Paul also coaches soccer in the Troy Youth Soccer League. He received his Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Michigan.

Matt Topper is a husband, dad, teacher, coach, and die-hard Michigan State Spartan. He has 23 years of experience in teaching in Huron Valley Schools and won numerous awards for teaching excellence. He is currently a social studies teacher at Oak Valley Middle School and a middle school basketball coach. Matt spent 16 years teaching fifth grade at Heritage Elementary School. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in History from Michigan State University and a Masters in Teaching from Marygrove College.