What is Grit

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What is Grit shares an uplifting message for all children, but will also resonate with adults readers. This book illustrates multiple examples of how to overcome obstacles through focus and determination. Everyday, adults and children are faced with confrontation and negativity, whether it is mild or severe. What is Grit is meant to inspire children across all races and abilities, and to help provide assurance that all people can face their challenges and handle any situation that comes their way.

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Leann Corabi is a University of Akron graduate with a Bachelors of Science in Education. After graduating college, she moved to Chicago, Illinois where she started her family and grew her career over eight years. The inspiration for this story came to her as the concept of grit was gaining more attention in the corporate landscape. She was motivated to take the idea of grit and apply it to children and help them focus on growing perseverance at a young age. Leann and her husband, Ryan Corabi, moved to her home town of Tallmadge, Ohio in March 2017. They are happy to be back in Ohio to raise their children closer to family and settling their roots in a great community.Kim O'Brokta is a graduate of Wilson College in Chambersburg, PA, with a B.A. in Studio Art. She continued her education at Edinboro University of PA where she earned her art teaching certification and a Master's degree in Educational Leadership. This is Kim's first illustration for a children's book. She is currently a high school art teacher in Virginia and hopes to continue to create and evolve her artistic skills.