the first cnn hero of 2017. she transformed her heart break into action. she keeps kids battling life-threatening illnesses connectioned to their everyday lives. >> it's really difficult for kids to spend a lot of time in the hospital. they get so disconnected from family and friends and when we bring them technology, they are right in the classroom. >> hello, philipp. >> you can just see the face light right up. it brings them such joy. >> to watch leslie's story, while you are there, if you know someone who deserves to be a hero, nominate them right now. that's it for us tonight. thanks for watching. (vo) maybe it was here,