Protagonist Kaira Jefferson’s ability to channel her ‘pride from within’ enables her to maneuver life’s daily challenges and to pursue her goals. She learned from Annie Malone to dream big and use the power of her dreams to make important changes in her own life. Her plight to bring opportunities to students that attended her neighborhood school showed that even ordinary people can make a difference in the lives of many. She soon realized that anyone can make changes for the betterment of society regardless of where they live. By showing a little kindness, gratitude, and putting others first, they too can leave a lasting legacy just like Annie Turnbo Malone.