Courageous People Who Changed the World: Volume 1 Contributor(s): Poelman, Heidi (Author), Kershner, Kyle (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1945547758 ISBN-13: 9781945547751 Publisher: Familius OUR PRICE: $8.99 Product Type: Board Books Published: April 2018 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Historical - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Social Activists |
Dewey: B |
Series: Little Heroes |
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.9" W x 6.9" (0.65 lbs) 16 pages |
Themes: - Topical - Real Life Heroes |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: From the intrepid efforts of Susan B. Anthony to the quiet courage of Rosa Parks, Courageous People Who Changed the World is a young child's first introduction to the brave people who fought to make the world a better place. Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of eight champions of freedom: Abraham Lincoln, Rosa Parks, Susan B. Anthony, Malala Yousafzai, Harriet Tubman, William Wilberforce, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King Jr. A quote from each individual is included on each spread along with colorful, delightful artwork. |
Contributor Bio(s): Poelman, Heidi: - Heidi Poelman received her degrees in communication from Brigham Young University (BA) and Wake Forest University (MA). Heidi is the author of the Little Heroes series, A is for Abinadi, A is for Adam, I Can Love Like Jesus, The Two-Minute Secret to Staying in Love, and A Mother's Greatest Gift. She particularly enjoys writing about inspiring people and ways to strengthen families. She seeks inspiration by seeing new places, playing outdoors, and getting lost in a good book. Heidi and her husband, Scott, live in Utah with their four bright-eyed children. Learn more at www.heidipoelman.com. Kershner, Kyle: -Kyle Kershner has loved drawing since he was a tot. He graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in sequential art. He spends his days doing what he loves most: illustrating children's books and making kid-friendly art. Kyle resides in Northeast Ohio with his wife and son. |