Human Kindness: True Stories of Compassion and Generosity that Changed the World | TheBookSeekers

Human Kindness: True Stories of Compassion and Generosity that Changed the World


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No. of pages 64

Published: 2022

Great for age 6-12 years

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Join the Planetwalker, John Francis, on an exploration of kindness, great and small. From the kindness John has experienced in his own life to the history of how kindness has helped to shape our laws, morals and communities, read many inspirational stories from around the world. Over the whole history of humankind, kindness has been key to the survival of our species and to making our world a better place. Learn about Harriet Tubman, who risked her life to help others escape from slavery, the Nomads Clinic, which sends doctors trekking into the Himalayas to tend to patients, The Linda Lindas, a group of young musicians who use their talent to speak up for the rights of others Joshua Coombes, a hairdresser who gives free haircuts to the homeless, and many others. The joyous and awe-inspiring stories in this book will encourage young readers to be kind to others. And being kind, even in small ways, turns out to be healthy for you, yet another reason to be practise kindness every day. Its our planet to share together let's be kind.

 

 

This book has been graded for interest at 8 years.

There are 64 pages in this book. This book was published in 2022 by What on Earth Publishing Ltd .

An award-winning writer and editor whose work has touched children around the globe, Ruth Strother lives in Riverside, CA. John Francis is an illustrator of children's and young adult books. A member of the esteemed illustrators' agency Bernard Thorton Artists, he lives in London. Josy Bloggs is an established illustrator and graphic designer, with a love for colourful, bold artworks. She is based in Wakefield.