Michelle Lord
Author
Publisher
Arbordale Publishing
Language
English
Formats
Description
From sea urchins in the Atlantic Ocean to bandicoots on the Australian savanna, animals recycle all over the world. Explore how different animals in different habitats use recycled material to build homes, protect themselves, and get food. This fascinating collection of animal facts will teach readers about the importance of recycling and inspire them to take part in protecting and conserving the environment by recycling in their own way.
Author
Series
Publisher
Sterling Publishing Co., Inc
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Meet Maria Toorpakai Wazir, a brave Pakistani girl who pursued her love of sports in spite of being taunted and beaten. When the President of Pakistan gave Maria an award for outstanding achievement, the Taliban threatened her squash club, family, and life. Forced to quit the team, she continued to practice in her bedroom every day for three years! Maria's story will inspire and empower all children . . . especially girls.
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
This is the inspirin story of Dr. Patricia Bath, a groundbreaking ophthalmologist who pioneered laser surgery--and gave her patients the gift of sight. Dr. Bath's interest in helping blind people started when she was six years old. All the doctors she knew were men, but she saw possiblity when others couldn't. Her remarkable story is sure to inspire and empower kids around the world.
"Born in 1940s Harlem, Patricia Bath dreamed of being a doctor--even...
Author
Publisher
Flashlight Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Join four children in a little boat as they discover the magnitude of The Mess That We Made. With rhythmic language and captivating art, this cumulative tale portrays the terrible impact of trash on the ocean and marine life, inspiring us to make changes to save our seas. Includes a back section with facts about the Great Pacific Garbage Patch, ocean pollution, and Calls to Action for kids and grown-ups to share.
Author
Publisher
Thomas Nelson
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"The incredible true story of Tani Adewumi, a Nigerian refugee who garnered international news coverage after winning the New York State Chess Championship at the age of eight. Tani's story of finding a new life in America reminds children that perseverance and hope make a difference--and small acts of kindness can make the world a better place"--