About Maria Patia: Away We Go By Lisa Grant:
Ten-year-old Maria and her family are moving from Ohio to Charleston, South Carolina. Maria has a lot of friends in Ohio—including Adam, Jania, Sara, Noah, and Emma—and they do a lot of things together. Their favorite pastime after school is to go exploring in parks, where they find different types of plants and animals.
But now Maria is panicking because she’s moving to Charleston. Oh no! What will she do without her friends?
The following story will take you inside the mind of little Maria and how she faces the challenges of moving.
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Author Bio:
Born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, Lisa Grant earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science Degree from Charleston Southern University.
An award-winning real estate agent licensed in 2 states, Lisa has helped many families relocate, sell, renovate and purchase new homes. One of Lisa’s passion is using the arts to help children cope with the moving and relocating process. Recognizing the effects that moving can have on a child’s development will prepare the entire family for any challenges they may face. A classic SouthernBelle, Lisa is a big believer in giving back to her community, she supports many national and local charities.