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Publisher
Babylit
Pub. Date
2021
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Wangari Maathai (1940-2011) was a Kenyan environmentalist and women's rights activist who often clashed with the government over her efforts to plant trees, conserve forest land, and bring democracy to the country. Wangari raised funds to pay poor women a small amount to plant and care for each tree. When a new government came into power, Wangari served in Parliament and as assistant minister of environment and natural resources. Her Green Belt Movement...
Author
Publisher
Babylit
Pub. Date
20220405
Description
Theodore "Teddy" Roosevelt suffered from severe asthma as a child, but he was determined to become stronger. He enjoyed going on adventures and loved the outdoors. As president, he went camping in the wilds of Yosemite with John Muir, which strengthened his desire to preserve our nation's most beautiful spaces. In his lifetime, Roosevelt designated national parks and established national monuments, national forests, bird reserves, and national game...
Author
Publisher
Gibbs Smith
Pub. Date
[2020]
Description
Jane Goodall loved animals from the time she was a child. She studied in Africa, and then traveled to Tanzania to learn all about chimpanzees. She befriended the chimpanzees, learning important things we didn't know about how they make and use tools; and that they aren't vegetarians! After decades of study, Jane works today to inspire people to conserve the environment and protect animals. Kate Coombs' engaging narrative and Seth Lucas' captivating...
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