Gracie loves baseball. The meanest girl in school, Penelope Taylor always makes fun of her for liking "boys stuff." When Gracie's friend Mary wants them to enter a school dance contest together, Penelope's teasing gets even worse. Out of jealousy, she tries to ruin Mary's chances of winning but Gracie saves the day, just by being herself. Vibrant illustrations and captivating text allow children and their families to learn lessons about bullying, friendship and standing up for oneself under difficult circumstances. Strong endorsements from parents, elementary school teachers, librarians. "Every child needs a friend like Gracie. In Gracie Saves the Day the authors tell a vivid story of friendship and caring between athlete Gracie and dancer Mary. Gracie steps outside her comfort zone to support her friend Mary, in spite of initial reluctance--and despite a bully named Penelope. Five Stars for this fast-paced story. Gracie hits it out of the park!" Lisa Kay Hauser, award-winning children's book author/editor, grandmother of 6 Catherine Gibson is an award-winning author of 6 children's books, host of The Cathy Gibson TV Show and founder of the For Children with Love Foundation, an organization that supports children's charities. A mother of two grown sons, Cathy fills her time writing children's books with a positive message and producing her TV show. At the heart of Cathy's work is finding ways to instill in children the joy inherent in showing kindness and respect to others. Michael LaChance is first and foremost a family man, blessed with a wonderful wife and two amazing boys. He is a creative story, script and songwriter. He is also co-producer, director, puppeteer, and voice impersonator for The Cathy Gibson Show. Michael lover to help kids aby getting a message across through humor. Rebekah Phillips is a graduate of The Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts and has illustrated numerous children's picture books for other authors plus three of her own. Rebekah hopes to inspire young minds with a love for the fine arts. Imagination is a beautiful gift - never stop dreaming!