Harriet Tubman by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Vegara’s Harriet Tubman takes a look at one of the Civil War era’s greatest heroines. Born into a life of slavery, Tubman grew up into a hardened, determined woman. Escaping to freedom along a network known as the Underground Railroad, Tubman made it her mission to free as many slaves as she could. It was a dangerous job, and she went back into the jaws of the lion many times, bringing others to freedom. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at Tubman’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Perfect for libraries, and classroom learning. I read this with my cubs. We love this series! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Mahatma Gandhi by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Mahatma Gandhi by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara explores the life of a man who would become known as the father of India. Born Mohandas Gandhi, from a young age, he was a bit of a rebel, bucking against his parents’ beliefs and values. (What child doesn’t?) As an adult, he recognized the benefit of those beliefs and values. Gandhi saw the injustices Empire had wrought in his country, and began to lead peaceful protests with the goal of ending British rule. His actions helped free and unite the country, earning him the name Mahatma, meaning ‘great soul’. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at Gandhi’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great! I read this with my cubs. We love this series! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Rudolf Nureyev by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Sanchez Vegara’s Rudolf Nureyev explores the life of one of the world’s most talented male ballet dancers. Though Rudolf fell in love with dance at a young age, he was unable to go to ballet school until he was practically an adult. This meant he had a lot of catching up to do! Rudolf worked hard, and excelled in his studies. He became a master of dance, and eventually, a choreographer. At the end is a section with more detailed information on Nureyev’s life, suitable for older readers. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great, and full of delightful art to engage younger audiences!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
David Attenborough by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
Sanchez Vegara’s David Attenborough explores the life of a most beloved naturalist. From a young age, Attenborough was fascinated by nature. He loved collecting fossils and other things of interest. When a friend sent him a wee dried seahorse, that’s the moment he decided to become a naturalist. Since then, Attenborough has traveled the world, exploring nature and sharing his love of animals with the world. At the end is a section with more detailed information on Attenborough’s life. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great, and full of delightful art to engage younger audiences!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
Martin Luther King Jr by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara
This entry into the charming Little People, BIG DREAMS series takes a look the life of Martin Luther King Jr. At a young age, King quickly learned there were differences in the world. He was not allowed in his friend’s home because of the colour of his skin. They had different buses, and went to different schools. Martin took note, and polished his speaking skills. He became a Reverend, and spoke often to his congregation about equality, and making a stand for what’s right. When Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat in a bus to a white passenger and was arrested for it, King rallied the citizens, successfully carrying out a strike against bus riding until the laws were changed. This was a spark to the major civil rights movement leading to King’s famous ‘I have a dream’ speech. Above all, King supported non-violent protests, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, to get the message across. The end of the book contains a more detailed look at King’s life, using language suited for much older readers. Inspirational and educational both, this entire series is great! I read this with my cubs. We love this series! Highly recommended!
***Many thanks to the Netgalley & Quarto Publishing for providing an egalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.
