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The Kichwa community worked with other Indigenous groups to bring the Ecuadorian government to the Court of Human Rights.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Lyrically told and beautifully illustrated, this moving story will remind readers of the importance of nature conservation, perseverance, and standing up for your community.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"A gorgeously told true story, full of lyricism, wonder, beautiful artwork, and most importantly, HOPE. \u003ci\u003eStand as Tall as the Trees\u003c\/i\u003e makes my heart swell every time I read it. We need more stories like this-in life and in our libraries.\"\u003cbr\u003e -\u003cb\u003eTodd Mitchell\u003c\/b\u003e, Green Earth Book Award Honor Winner and Author of \u003ci\u003eThe Namer of Spirits\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"This moving and inspirational story of Patricia Gualinga's fight for her community's Amazon rainforest is an urgent call to action to protect the wilderness, which, in the poignant words of the authors, keeps us all alive. \u003ci\u003eStand as Tall as the Trees\u003c\/i\u003e is an ode to the power of ordinary people to affect change. Lovingly written and illustrated, it is a book that will inspire a new generation of activists.\"\u003cbr\u003e -\u003cb\u003eLea Aschkenas\u003c\/b\u003e, bilingual librarian and author of \u003ci\u003eArletis, Abuelo, and the Message in a Bottle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"This picture book will capture your heart and imagination alike.\"\u003cbr\u003e - \u003cb\u003eAlda P. 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