Bold Like Brit!

$17.95

Britney Gengel was a compassionate and bold girl with big dreams of changing the world. Driven by a deep empathy for children in need, Brit sets off to Haiti during her sophomore year of college. Moved by the positivity of the Haitian people in the face of incredible poverty, Brit texts her family that she wants to build an orphanage of her own. Unfortunately, a few hours later a devastating earthquake levels Port-au-Prince and tragically takes her life.

In the painful aftermath of Brit’s passing, her family steps forward to honor her memory and fulfill her dream of building an orphanage. With love, resilience, and the support of people in Haiti and around the world, her family creates a unique community in Haiti for the children Brit cared so deeply about.

Bold Like Brit celebrates Brit’s legacy of kindness and the transformative power of turning tragedy into hope.

$17.95

Britney “Brit” Gengel was born and raised in Massachusetts with dreams of changing the world. During her sophomore year of college, she traveled to Haiti, hoping to make a difference. Soon after arriving, Brit decided that she would stay in Haiti and build an orphanage. Unfortunately, she lost her life during the destructive earthquake that devastated Haiti. The Gengel family took over Brit’s mission and built an orphanage in her honor. This book inspires children around the world to learn to be compassionate and kind towards others.

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9798886341171 | Hardcover | $21.95

Bold Like Brit!

Highlights:

  • Presents challenging situations and complicated emotions that provide teachable moments for young readers.
  • Introduces readers to the power of support systems.
  • Demonstrates appreciation of diversity.
  • Teaches students to have compassion and empathy for others.

Key Features:

  • Depth of Knowledge content aligned to ELA Standards
  • Interactive group activities to support classroom collaboration
  • Glossary to build and expand student vocabulary