Whenever Liva faces a challenge, she gives up. But when she meets a butterfly
who is learning to fly, she discovers that with practice, determination and a
positive mindset, she can change I can’t! To I CAN! Go and find your spark and light up the world.
Eva has been a dedicated primary school teacher since 2005, bringing a wealth of
experience and expertise to her role. She is a qualified educator with advanced training
in THRASS Foundation, Mastery, and Lead Level courses, as well as in Linguistics,
Head, and Neck Anatomy.
Her extensive experience teaching Prep classes over several years has given her a
deep understanding of how young children think and learn. This insight inspired her
to develop a program aimed at empowering children before they enter school and at
offering targeted support to primary school students through tutoring.
Eva’s passion for teaching—particularly in the early years—shines through in her
work, making her a confident and enthusiastic advocate for early childhood education.
She believes every child is born with an innate gift and needs support to learn how to
use it so they can shine brightly.
Lisa is an experienced educator who has been teaching in primary schools since
2005. She is passionate about teaching and has a love of learning, which continually
motivates her to deepen her knowledge and understanding of how children learn. Her
enthusiasm led her to further her studies in Head and Neck Anatomy and Linguistics.
She completed the THRASS Foundation, Mastery, and Lead Level courses, providing
her with a wealth of knowledge in phonics.
In addition to her passion for education, Lisa has many years of experience
in dance—teaching in dance schools and directing and choreographing school
productions. It warms Lisa’s heart when she sees children take risks, achieve goals,
and develop a love of learning. The best part about teaching is seeing that “light-bulb
moment.”
Eva and Lisa are the co-founders of LIVA Learning. They have created an innovative
program that lays a solid social, emotional, and academic foundation for early
learners through interactive, engaging lessons. LIVA Learning has fostered a love of
learning in Eva’s three daughters—each with unique learning needs—demonstrating
the program’s effectiveness across diverse educational needs. Lisa’s three children have
also participated in the LIVA Learning school-readiness program, transitioning into
school confident, enthusiastic, and prepared. Kayla Lee is an Adelaide-based artist and designer. From a young age, she has been
passionate about art, leading her to study visual art and design. Through a variety of
creative roles, she has discovered the freedom and joy that illustration brings. While
working with many art mediums, Kayla particularly enjoys printmaking, oil painting,
and digital art and illustration. By day, she shares her passion as an art and design
teacher for secondary school students, embracing the opportunity to mentor young
artists in developing their skills and artistic practice. In her spare time, she eagerly
draws, crafts, and brings to life any idea that sparks her imagination.
• Themes include resilience, problem solving and emotional well-being
• Encourages positivity and adventure
• The perfect book to prepare your child for school
