Here is what is already being said about this book that hits the streets in 2008:
Brianna Grant's message for girls to take time to dream and stay connected with others who share their passions is one that I take to heart. Goal-setting, teamwork and celebration of successes with those who helped me are central to my own training.
- Deena Kastor, Olympic Medalist & American Record Holder
Being happy isn’t about being perfect, especially when it comes to eating well. Eating is about finding out what food has to offer, and striking a balance between your needs, personal preferences, culture, and family experiences. We Are Girls Who Love to Run addresses those important life aspects, while making the book enjoyable, personable and applicable to any girl who reads it.
- Liz Applegate, Ph. D., Director of Sports Nutrition, UC Davis
We Are Girls Who Love to Run captures the nurturing essence that comes with being a part of something bigger than yourself. It cheers on females who enjoy the comaraderie of working together to reach a goal, a bond that builds confidence and friendship through exercising and living a healthy lifestyle.
- Jamie Allison, CEO and Founder, Moms in Motion
Brianna Grant’s message of mentorship and working together is one that supports girls as they discover the value and reward of setting and achieving their goals. We Are Girls Who Love to Run is a book to share with friends before or after a run, helping process all of the ways that running makes you feel – strong, successful, peaceful, beautiful and loveable!
- Sarah Nixon, Creator and Director, Fit Girls
We Are Girls Who Love to Run is a book that is sure to inspire girls to be kind, self-aware, and active. The format will catch the girls' attention and plant a seed of how important and fulfilling an active lifestyle can be.
- Sheri Gazitt, Hadassah Seattle GoGirlGo! Coordinating Chair
With her debut book, Brianna Grant's message bounds forth, challenging girls of all ages to get out and move past physical, emotional, and social hurdles. This inspiring message is a much needed resource in the fight against that preventable disease -- childhood obesity. These words literally make this 35 year-old girl want to get out and run.
- Noelle Grosso, President, Running Kids
We Are Girls Who Love to Run is an uplifting book that compliments any physical education and health curriculum. It is a positive example for all children how physical fitness and healthy habits lead to success in all areas of life and even more specifically how girls have a wide variety of strengths and talents that contribute to the richness of the world.
- Amy Killion, Brevard County Excellence in Physical Education Award Winner and Florida Association of Physical Education Recreation and Dance State Teacher of the Year
Brianna Grant’s words empower young girls and their families to actively engage in life by moving their bodies, investigating the outdoors, and cherishing the bonds of family and friendship. We Are Girls Who Love to Run is a book my daughters and I will treasure reading together and use to reflect on our own examples of who I am!
- Stacey Kannenberg, Award Winning Author, Publisher, Consultant And Mom
We Are Girls Who Love to Run speaks to the whole child, acknowledging the complexities of girlhood and celebrating successes girls can discover in their own lives. Not only is the book an inspirational introduction for a group run, but also makes for a strong post-run journaling prompt.
- Carol Goodrow, Author/Illustrator, Educator and Founding Editor, KidsRunning.Com
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