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Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet

A fantastic gift for any child who dreams of making a difference!
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Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet by Kate Pankhurst introduces children to extraordinary women who have championed environmental causes throughout history. From recycling initiatives led by Isatou Ceesay to Jane Goodall's studies of chimpanzees, and Wangari Maathai's fight against deforestation, this colourful and engaging book shares inspiring stories of women whose actions, big and small, have advanced the protection of our planet.
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The book is ideal for primary-aged children interested in environmental issues and female role models. It suits readers who enjoy engaging, illustrated nonfiction that educates and inspires on themes of climate activism and nature conservation.

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From the brilliant bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst comes Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet. This book is full of stories for girls and boys about some of the inspirational women who have dedicated their lives to studying, conserving and protecting planet Earth and all its living things.

From the brilliant bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst comes Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet. This book is full of stories for girls and boys about some of the inspirational women who have dedicated their lives to studying, conserving and protecting planet Earth and all its living things.

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'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' Guardian

'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' Bookseller

'An absolute must-have for every young person’s bookshelf' Huffington Post

From bestselling author and illustrator Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst, comes another 'smart, informative, inclusive and accessible' book about trail-blazing women.

Discover the untold stories of women who have helped protect our natural world, all the way through history.

· Tackle the plastic problem by recycling waste into beautiful objects with Isatou Ceesay

· Marvel at the intelligence of chimpanzees with Jane Goodall

· Learn why it's important to shop fair trade and cruelty-free with Anita Roddick

· Resist devastating deforestation and plant seeds of change with Wangari Maathai

Bursting full of colourful illustrations and fascinating facts, Fantastically Great Women Who Saved the Planet is an inspiring introduction to just a few of the incredible women who show that all actions, big and small, can be powerful in the fight against climate breakdown.

List of women featured: Eugenie Clark, Wangari Maathai, Ingeborg Beling, Anita Roddick, Edith Farkas, Jane Goodall, Isatou Ceesay, Florence Augusta Merriam Bailey, Maria Telkes, The Chipko Movement, Eileen Kampakuta Brown, Eileen Wani Wingfield, Ursula Marvin, Daphne Sheldrick

Series: Fantastically Great Women

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Praised for its engaging and inspiring storytelling, the book features playful speech bubbles and vibrant illustrations that captivate young readers. Critics highlight its smart, inclusive, and accessible approach, combining humour and informative content without being patronising. It stands out as a joyous and visually creative read that motivates primary-aged children to learn about environmental activism through diverse female role models.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408899298

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Childrens Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Kate Pankhurst
  • Illustrated by Ms Kate Pankhurst

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 248.0mm

Height: 246.0mm

Weight: 194g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Kate Pankhurst is the bestselling author and illustrator of the trailblazing and internationally successful Fantastically Great Women books. Kate's books have been translated into 22 languages and been shortlisted for many awards, including the NIBBIES award for Children's Illustrated & Non-fiction. Most recently, her first book Fantastically Great Women who Changed the World has been adapted into an inspiring stage show, touring the UK in 2021 and 2022. Most days, Kate can be found illustrating and writing in her studio in Leeds with her spotty dog, Olive. She loves a good story, the funnier the better, and gets her best ideas by doodling in her sketchbook; because even quick, wonky drawings can spark ideas for amazing plots.

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