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Planting Peace: The Story of Wangari Maathai (PB) (2023)

Planting Peace: The Story of Wangari Maathai (PB) (2023)

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A bold and brightly colored illustrated biography of Wangari Maathai who founded the Green Belt Movement and was the first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize.

This picture book tells the inspiring story of Wangari Maathai, women's rights activist and one of the first environmental warriors. Wangari began the Green Belt Movement in Kenya in the 1960s, which focused on planting trees, environmental conservation, and women's rights. She inspired thousands across Africa to plant 30 million trees in 30 years and was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize.

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Author:
Gwendolyn Hooks
Illustrator:
Margaux Carpentier
ISBN 10:
1623717604
Pages:
64
Publisher:
Crocodile Books
Publication Date:
February 7, 2023
Binding:
Paperback
Age Group:
Young Readers (9 - 13)
Grade Range:
2-5

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