Results for: jeanette winter

Below is a list of 7 the books by this author.

Book cover of BIBLIOBURRO - TRUE STORY FROM COLOMBIA
BIBLIOBURRO - TRUE STORY FROM COLOMBIA
By: jeanette winter | Published: June 2010

Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the...

Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there's barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution--a traveling library! He buys two donkeys--Alfa and Beto--and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages. Beautiful! Complete with an author's note about the real man on whom this story is based.

Theme: Big Ideas, Libraries, Survival

  • ISBN
    9781416997788
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Picture Book
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Book cover of FOLLOW THE DRINKING GOURD
FOLLOW THE DRINKING GOURD
By: jeanette winter | Published: September 1992

"Follow the Drinking Gourd" sounded like a simple folk song sung by slaves, but it was really a map to freedom--for hidden in the...

"Follow the Drinking Gourd" sounded like a simple folk song sung by slaves, but it was really a map to freedom--for hidden in the lyrics were directions to the escape route known as the Underground Railroad. In glowing paintings and simple text, Winter tells the story of one brave family who followed the drinking gourd north to freedom

  • ISBN
    9780679819974
  • Binding
    Paperback
  • Category
    Picture Book
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$10.99
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Book cover of MALALA A BRAVE GIRL FROM PAKISTAN IQBAL
MALALA A BRAVE GIRL FROM PAKISTAN IQBAL
By: jeanette winter | Published: November 2014

Meet two heroes of Pakistan who stood up for the rights to freedom and education in these inspirational nonfiction tales from acclaimed...

Meet two heroes of Pakistan who stood up for the rights to freedom and education in these inspirational nonfiction tales from acclaimed author-illustrator Jeanette Winter. Two stories of bravery in one beautiful book—including the story of Malala Yousafzai, a winner of the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize! One country: Pakistan. Two children: Iqbal Masih and Malala Yousafzai. Each was unafraid to speak out. He, against inhumane child slavery in the carpet trade. She, for the right of girls to attend school. Both were shot by those who disagreed with them—he in 1995, she in 2012. Iqbal was killed instantly; Malala miraculously survived and continues to speak out around the world. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014 for her work. The stories of these two courageous children whose bravery transcended their youth, beautifully written and illustrated by celebrated author Jeanette Winter, are an inspiration to all.

Theme: Social Justice

  • ISBN
    9781481422949
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Picture Book - Advanced
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$21.99
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Book cover of OUR HOUSE IS ON FIRE
OUR HOUSE IS ON FIRE
By: jeanette winter | Published: September 2019

From acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter comes the urgent and powerful story of Greta Thunberg, the sixteen-year-old climate activist who...

From acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter comes the urgent and powerful story of Greta Thunberg, the sixteen-year-old climate activist who has sparked a worldwide student movement and is demanding action from world leaders who refuse to address climate change. I don’t want you to be hopeful. I want you to panic…I want you to act as if our house is on fire. Because it is. When she was fifteen years old, Greta Thunberg’s teacher explained to her class that our climate is changing—the earth is getting warmer, the polar ice caps are melting, and life on earth is threatened. Greta was devastated. What could she do? If the grown-ups weren’t doing enough to save the planet, Greta would have to demand change herself. So she went on strike, skipping school every Friday to sit outside of the Swedish Parliament building with a sign that read “School Strike for Climate.” At first, Greta was the only one. But gradually, more and more students joined her, until her lone protest had sparked a worldwide student movement for action on climate change. Now, a year later, Greta is speaking to audiences of world leaders at important meetings like the United Nations Climate Conference and the World Economic Forum. She is leading the conversation on climate change and sparking worldwide conversation on how to save our planet. Greta is showing everyone that even the smallest person can make a big difference, and this picture book informs and inspires young readers who are beginning to learn about the world around them.

Theme: Environmental Issues, Social Justice , Activism

  • ISBN
    9781534467781
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Picture Book - Advanced
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Book cover of SISTER CORITA'S WORDS & SHAPES
SISTER CORITA'S WORDS & SHAPES
By: jeanette winter | Published: September 2021

"A picture book biography of the woman known by some as the Pop Art Nun: Sister Corita Kent, who gained acclaim for her bold, graphic pop art that...

"A picture book biography of the woman known by some as the Pop Art Nun: Sister Corita Kent, who gained acclaim for her bold, graphic pop art that calls for peace, equality, and justice"--

Theme: Social Justice , Art

  • ISBN
    9781534496019
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Picture Book - Advanced
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Book cover of SISTERS
SISTERS
By: jeanette winter | Published: April 2019

Celebrated picture book biographer Jeanette Winter shares the story of champion tennis players—and sisters—Venus and Serena...

Celebrated picture book biographer Jeanette Winter shares the story of champion tennis players—and sisters—Venus and Serena Williams. Before they were famous tennis stars, Venus and Serena Williams were sisters with big dreams growing up in Compton, California. In the early mornings, they head to the tennis courts, clean up debris, and practice. They compete in their first tournament and they both win. From there, the girls’ trophy collection grows and grows. Despite adversity and health challenges, the sisters become two of the greatest tennis players of all time. This inspiring story of sisterhood, hard work, and determination is perfect for budding athletes or any young reader with a big dream.

Theme: Diversity

  • ISBN
    9781534431218
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Biography
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$23.99
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Book cover of WANGARI'S TREES OF PEACE
WANGARI'S TREES OF PEACE
By: jeanette winter | Published: July 2008

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...

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. "

  • ISBN
    9780152065454
  • Binding
    Hardcover
  • Category
    Picture Book - Advanced
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$21.99
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