Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
No. of pages 32
Published: 2009
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"Listen to the Wind: The Story of Dr. Greg and Three Cups of Tea" is a beautifully illustrated children's book that tells the inspiring story of Greg Mortenson's journey from a failed summit attempt of K2 to his mission of building schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Fueled by the kindness he received from local villagers, Mortenson dedicates his life to education and fostering peace through literacy. The story highlights themes of compassion, perseverance, and the importance of community, demonstrating how one person's efforts can make a profound difference in the lives of others. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-3rd grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 6-8 years.
There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2009 by Penguin Putnam Inc .
Susan L. Roth taught art history and art technique to all ages after she completed a master's degree in printmaking. Her first book was published in 1984, and in 1985 she became a full-time author and illustrator. Susan divides her time between New York and Maryland, in the US.
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Grand Canyon Reader Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Grand Canyon Reader Award.
Indies Choice Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Indies Choice Book Award.
Delaware Diamonds Award - Grades K-2
This book was recognised in the Grades K-2 category by the Delaware Diamonds Award.
Black-Eyed Susan Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Black-Eyed Susan Award.
Volunteer State Book Award - Grades K-3
This book was recognised in the Grades K-3 category by the Volunteer State Book Award.
Land of Enchantment Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Land of Enchantment Book Award.
Colorado Book Award - Picture Book
This book was recognised in the Picture Book category by the Colorado Book Award.
Flicker Tale Children's Book Award - Nonfiction
This book was recognised in the Nonfiction category by the Flicker Tale Children's Book Award.
Florida Book Award
This book was recognised by the Florida Book Award.