Wangari's Trees of Peace by Jeanette Winter
As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something--and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . .
This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman's passion, vision, and determination inspired great change.
Includes an author's note.
This book was printed on 100% recycled paper with 50% postconsumer waste.
JEANETTE WINTER has authored and illustrated several children's books, including Diego, which was written by her son Jonah and was named a Best Illustrated Book of the Year by the New York Times Book Review. Winter spends her time in both New York and Texas.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780152065454 |
| ISBN 10 | 0152065458 |
| Title | Wangari's Trees of Peace |
| Author | Jeanette Winter |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Harcourt Children's Books |
| Year published | 2008-09-01 |
| Number of pages | 32 |
| Prizes | Winner of Nautilus Award (Children's Nonfiction) 2009, Commended for Cybils (Nonfiction Picture Book) 2008, Short-listed for Virginia Readers Choice Award (Primary) 2011, Short-listed for South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award (Picture Book) 2010, Short-listed for Red Clover Award 2010, Short-listed for Grand Canyon Reader Award (Nonfiction) 2011, Short-listed for Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award 2010 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
| Note | Unavailable |