“As a pediatrician, I see children's interests and hopes for the future start to form and take shape. Live Your Dream keeps those dreams alive with beautiful art and poetry. It will inspire and mold a whole generation of young minds.” -Laura Marks, M.D., Pediatrician and Medical Director of the Weston School District
“Live Your Dream is an inviting and inspirational book. The poems and illustrations sparked an exciting school-wide exploration, giving our students an impetus in developing their own goals and dreams. I will begin personally meeting with every fifth grader next week on a one to one basis, talking about their dreams and what they can do to attain them as they head off to middle school. I could NEVER have asked for a better introduction to this idea – I’m quite grateful.” -Betsy Wilcox, Principal, North Terrace Elementary School
“The Oceanside Public Library hosted Layne A.L. Pecoff as the kick-off to our 2007 National Library Week Celebration. Her books, Open Your Heart and Live Your Dream, are universal and inspirational, empowering children of all ages to live their dreams and develop a love of books. Layne was the most accepting, accessible, enthusiastic, and gracious author I’ve ever worked with. We’d love to have her back!” -Suzanne McGowan, Youth Services Manager, Oceanside Public Library
“These are excellent books for readers of all ages. They are a gentle reminder for some of us, and the roar of a cheering crowd for others, to open our minds and senses to the world around us, to really feel and experience all that life has to offer. The illustrations take you to the most beautiful, magical places, while the words expand upon those images until you feel your heart soaring with light and love.” -Sarah Archer, Special Educator Professional, Miramar Elementary School
“There were several hundred children at Layne’s reading of Live Your Dream and the response was amazing. The children greeted each illustration with an ‘ooh’ and an ‘aah’ while hanging onto every word. At the end of the book reading, their hands were waving in the air to share their dreams with the group.” -Adrianne Hakes, Ed.D. School Board member, Oceanside Unified School District
“The words and images in this book can ignite the passion within you and transform your dreams from fragments in your mind into the actions that define your life. Live Your Dream can start you on your dreaming journey, can hold your hand as you take the next step or can run with you if you are already flying - this magical book meets you on your path wherever you are.” -Jennifer Light-Krasnow, Founder, My Lollipop Tree-Learning Treats for Children
“At the Museum School, we strive to offer our students the opportunity to see where their education can take them. These delightful books offer all children the chance to see where their dreams can take them. Each day since our presentation from Laynee and Grant, I have seen children pick up the books we purchased and read them with friends. They truly enjoy them.” -Principal Phil Beaumont, The Museum School
“To think you can really do your dream in life - that would be incredible!”
-Amy S., 4th grade student at Santa Margarita Elementary School
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