Gabe loves to play soccer. He’s not the best player on the team, but he is the heart of the team. Read how the team comes together through adversity and triumph.
The Heart of a Leader is the first book in the Be the Weight: Little Lessons for Big Leaders series, which inspires children to grow into courageous, kind, and capable leaders. Based on the principles of Be the Weight Behind the Spear, each beautifully illustrated story explores a core trait—leadership, integrity, empathy, and service and helps children discover that true leadership begins with doing the right thing, even when it’s hard.
“Teach your children about standards and expectations. Teach them to look you straight in the eye and tell the truth.”
—Coach Krzyzewski, Fomer Duke University Basketball CoachPresentation at Duke University, Dec.15, 2016
Illustrator, Yakovetic has illustrated and art directed over 50 childrens’ books, plus book covers, paper dolls and coloring books. Recently releasing a “Stitch” color by number coloring book. Immediately out of college, NBC Studios hired him, creating art for “Dick Van Dyke & Co.” “e Tonight Show” “Diana Ross Special,” game shows and Courtroom Sketching for the News. An award-winning set and costume designer, Yakovetic has worked on lm, stage, ice shows and theme parks including: Disney On Ice 2025, Disneyland, Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. For more information visit www.yakovetic.com.
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