A01=Sandra Mcleod Humphrey
Author_Sandra Mcleod Humphrey
biographies for kids age 9 12
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books for kids age 9 12
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nonfiction books for ages 9 12
Product details
- ISBN 9781591022800
- Weight: 195g
- Dimensions: 152 x 229mm
- Publication Date: 11 Mar 2005
- Publisher: Prometheus Books
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Magical heroes like Harry Potter, Spiderman, or Catwoman provide plenty of entertainment for kids, but in real life heroes are made of sterner stuff than celluloid fantasies. In this inspiring collection of biographies—covering historical figures such as Abraham Lincoln and Helen Keller as well as contemporary figures such as Toni Morrison and Michael Jordan—critically acclaimed writer and psychologist Sandra McLeod Humphrey teaches young people that heroes were once ordinary people whose strength of character helped them to achieve extraordinary things. Starting with only their dreams, they worked hard and overcame obstacles to make their dreams come true. Some overcame physical handicaps, others psychological barriers like extreme shyness or feelings of inferiority; some faced racial discrimination or educational disadvantage, others financial burdens. In spite of these frustrations and discouragements, all of these people discovered in themselves the patience, perseverance, and determination to pursue their dreams beyond every obstacle.
The message is clear: No matter who you are or where you come from, you too can accomplish extraordinary things, as long as you dare to dream and never, never, never give up!
