Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa

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.

Publisher: Clarion Books
Published: 09/01/2008
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 10.98h x 8.40w x 0.35d
ISBN: 9780152065454
Age: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.7
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 122901 / Wangari's Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa


Award: Red Clover Award - Nominee
Award: Nautilus Award - Winner
Award: Washington Children's Choice Picture Book Award - Nominee
Award: Virginia Readers Choice Award - Nominee
Award: Grand Canyon Reader Award - Nominee
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award - Nominee
Award: Cybils - Finalist


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/11/2008 pg. 45
Kirkus Review - Children 08/15/2008 pg. 898
New York Times Book Review 09/14/2008 pg. 19
School Library Journal 11/01/2008 pg. 113
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2008 pg. 100
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 10/01/2008
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2008 pg. 38
Booklist 12/15/2008 pg. 48
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2009 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
JEANETTE WINTER has written and illustrated many children's books based on true-life stories, including the highly acclaimed MAMA, The Librarian of Basra, and My Name Is Georgia. She lives in New York City.