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Kid Trailblazers

 True Tales of Childhood from Changemakers and Leaders
By Allison Steinfeld and Robin Stevenson
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Kid Trailblazers highlights the inspiring stories of young pioneers who have made significant impacts in various fields. Through engaging narratives, it showcases the achievements and determination of children who have overcome obstacles to change the world around them. This book aims to inspire young readers to make a difference in their own communities.
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You might enjoy this children's book if you are interested in stories of incredible young people who have made a significant impact in the world. This collection of inspiring tales highlights the potential of youth to drive change and create a more hopeful future, making it perfect for young readers eager to be motivated and empowered by real-life examples.

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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.

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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

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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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