Seeds Of Change: Wangari's Gift to the World
School year: Year 4, Year 5, Year 6, Year 7
No. of pages 40
Published: 2011
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"Seeds of Change: Wangari's Gift to the World" tells the inspiring story of Wangari Maathai, an environmental activist and Nobel Peace Prize winner from Kenya. The narrative highlights her dedication to planting trees, empowering women, and promoting sustainable development. Through beautiful illustrations and lyrical prose, the book emphasizes the importance of environmental stewardship and community action. It showcases how one person's passion and resilience can spark a movement, encouraging young readers to appreciate their role in nurturing the planet and creating positive change. Wangari's legacy serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for future generations. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Lee & Low Books Inc .
This book has been nominated for the following awards:
Young Hoosier Book Award - Intermediate
This book was recognised in the Intermediate category by the Young Hoosier Book Award.
Coretta Scott King Award - New Talent
This book was recognised in the New Talent category by the Coretta Scott King Award. Presented annually since 1970 by the American Library Association to books by African-America authors and illustrators, this award recognizes excellence in promoting a deeper understanding of the African-American Experience.
Delaware Diamonds Award - Grades 3-5
This book was recognised in the Grades 3-5 category by the Delaware Diamonds Award.
This book features the following character:
Wangari Maathai
This book features Wangari Maathai.