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Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa
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Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa Hardcover - 2008

by Jeanette Winter; Jeanette Winter (Illustrator)

From the author of "The Librarian of Basra" comes a picture book based on the true story of Wangari Maathai, an environmental and political activist in Kenya and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004 who sets out to replenish her country's forests. Full color.


Summary

As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something—and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . .

         This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman’s passion, vision, and determination inspired great change.

         Includes an author’s note.

This book was printed on 100% recycled paper with 50% postconsumer waste.

 

 

From the publisher

As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something--and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . .

This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman's passion, vision, and determination inspired great change.

Includes an author's note.

This book was printed on 100% recycled paper with 50% postconsumer waste.

Details

  • Title Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa
  • Author Jeanette Winter; Jeanette Winter (Illustrator)
  • Binding Hardcover
  • Edition First Edition
  • Pages 32
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Clarion Books, New York, New York, U.S.A.
  • Date 2008-09-01
  • Illustrated Yes
  • ISBN 9780152065454 / 0152065458
  • Weight 0.81 lbs (0.37 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.98 x 8.4 x 0.35 in (27.89 x 21.34 x 0.89 cm)
  • Ages 04 to 07 years
  • Grade levels P - 2
  • Reading level 600
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: 20th Century
    • Chronological Period: 21st Century
    • Cultural Region: African
    • Cultural Region: East Africa
    • Topical: Heroes, Real-Life
  • Library of Congress subjects Maathai, Wangari, Tree planters (Persons) - Kenya
  • Library of Congress Catalog Number 2007034810
  • Dewey Decimal Code B

Media reviews

"This delightful picture-book biography of the environmentalist has engaging illustrations and accessible, succinct prose. . . . This book would be a superb choice for read-alouds or assignments."--School Library Journal, starred review (11/08)

Citations

  • Booklist, 12/15/2008, Page 48
  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 10/01/2008, Page 0
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/2009, Page 0
  • Kirkus Review - Children, 08/15/2008, Page 898
  • New York Times Book Review, 09/14/2008, Page 19
  • Publishers Weekly, 08/11/2008, Page 45
  • School Library Journal, 11/01/2008, Page 113
  • SLJ's Best Books, 12/01/2008, Page 38

About the author

JEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many children's books based on true-life stories, including the highly acclaimed MAMA, The Librarian of Basra, and My Name Is Georgia. She lives in New York City.
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