Books in Changing World series

This tireless fighter's vision of justice catches the imagination, showing young readers the positive impact of one person's determination to change her world.When Winona LaDuke's parents brought her from LA to White Earth reservation in Minnesota to experience powwows and to see her grandparents' home, she began to understand who she was. Winona became outspoken at an early age about the disproportionate difficulties faced by Native Americans, including large-scale pollution of reservation lands. At seventeen, she became the youngest person ever to speak before the United Nations. At Harvard University Winona studied the destruction caused by unsound development. Later she received the Reebok Human Rights Award and used the money to found the White Earth Land Recovery Project (WELRP). WELRP built sustainable, traditional livelihoods, while establishing reservation schools and education in the Anishinaabeg language.

Aimed at the young adult audience it discusses the major events which led to the Gulf War and the consequences for the future. Offers material not only on Iraq but on Israel plus other Gulf and Arab Nations. Quotes from political scientists, historians, journalists and eyewitnesses can be found throughout the text, which attempts to clarify some of the key events that pushed the U.S. into a violent conflict with Iraq. Includes timelines, black and white photographs, and charts.

Stephen Hawking's studies of space and theoretical physics may seem complicated, but with the help of this accessible volume, readers of many ages will be able to learn about his work and life. Colorful photographs and engaging text help readers understand the important contributions Hawking has made to science and the world in general. A fun science project gives readers a hands-on feel for the type of work Hawking has done, while a quiz reinforces the information in the book. A high-interest topic and dynamic page layout make for a book that's sure to be a popular addition to any library and classroom.

Do you ever think about the kids who don't have school supplies? Do you wonder what you could do to make their school year better? The education activists in this book saw problems like this one, and they wanted to make a change. A seven-year-old in Canada made sure that kids in Ethiopia had pencils. A girl in Pakistan risked her life to make sure girls could go to school too. A second grader in Minnesota went to the governor to help end bullying in his state. Discover more about the education activists who are fighting to give kids a better education, and learn how you can change the world too!

Stephen Hawking's studies of space and theoretical physics may seem complicated, but with the help of this accessible volume, readers of many ages will be able to learn about his work and life. Colorful photographs and engaging text help readers understand the important contributions Hawking has made to science and the world in general. A fun science project gives readers a hands-on feel for the type of work Hawking has done, while a quiz reinforces the information in the book. A high-interest topic and dynamic page layout make for a book that's sure to be a popular addition to any library and classroom.

American biologist Rachel Carson played an important part in the environmental movement. Her work and writing regarding pollution are often credited with creating awareness of the problem and even changing the way the world deals with it. Readers of this captivating biography will gain both scientific and historical knowledge surrounding Carson's life and work. Colorful photographs and sidebars accompany accessible text that will excite readers of many levels. A fun science project will also reinforce their understanding of the kind of work Carson did.