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Kid Trailblazers
True Tales of Childhood from Changemakers and Leaders
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"Childhood biographies of sixteen changemakers in government, social activism, environmental justice, and the arts"--
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Inspiring, relatable, and totally true biographies tell the childhood stories of a diverse group of trailblazers including Kamala Harris, Greta Thunberg, Ai Weiwei, Benazir Bhutto, Elliot Page, and John Lewis, along with 10 other powerful figures.
Featuring kid-friendly text and full-colour illustrations, Kid Trailblazers highlights contemporary figures who have led the way in government, social activism, environmental justice, and the arts. Middle-grade readers will learn how these figures got their start as kids just like them, with impactful stories and fun facts such as:
- Angela Merkel once won a trip to Moscow, where she bought a Beatles album.
- Stacey Abrams and her siblings played pretend as librarians for fun.
- Al Gore lived in a hotel as a kid and liked to drop water balloons off the roof!
Kid Trailblazers explores the childhood stories of leaders who have taken on the most pressing issues of our time by expressing themselves and challenging the world.
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Kid Trailblazers receives praise for presenting diverse stories of young leaders who have made significant impacts globally. Reviewers appreciate its role in inspiring and educating young readers about influential figures during their childhoods, encouraging them to engage with problem-solving and leadership. The book is highlighted for its engaging and informative anecdotes, making it a valuable resource for young aspiring changemakers.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781683693017
Publisher: Quirk Books
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 23 August 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Quirk Books
Illustration: Line drawings
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 140.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 224
About the Author
Robin Stevenson is an award-winning author ofthirtybooks for kids and teens. Her writing has been translated into a number of languages and published in more thana dozencountries. She lives with her family on the west coast of Canada. Allison Steinfeld obtained a BFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York City. She loves to create fun and playful work that can be enjoyed by readers of all ages.She lives in Atlanta, Georgia.
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