Leah's Pride: A Play begins with a little girl who stares at herself in her mirror sulking and complaining about how much she hates herself. Leah does not see herself in a positive light physically,emotionally or intellectually. Rehearsing in her mind about all of the negative things that have happened in her life it seems impossible that this child would ever over-come this deep depression, but then there is Grampa Jim who encourages his granddaughter and helps her to see herself in a more positive light.

LaShawn L. Daniel grew up in Brooklyn, New York which is where she still resides. As a child growing up in New York City I have shared some of Leah's experiences. As a teacher I witness what Leah goes through on a daily basis. I do my best to help each and every child that I come in contact with know that they are loved and that they are important.