Wangari Maathai

Wangari Maathai became known around the world for the brave fights she fought for the benefit of the planet, women's rights and freedom. Her country, Kenya, and the rest of Africa opposed deforestation and, thus, managed to revive forests with the help of thousands of people. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004.

Spanish Description: Wangari Maathai se dio a conocer en todo el mundo por los combates tan valientes que libró en beneficio del planeta, de los derechos de las mujeres y de la libertad. Su país, Kenia, y el resto de África se opusieron a la deforestación y, así, consiguió hacer renacer los bosques con la ayuda de miles de personas. Fue galardonada en 2004 con el premio Nobel de la Paz.

Publishing Details

Author : Franck Prévot, Aurélia Fronty

Author Nationality : France

Type of Spanish : Translated

Physical Details

Type of Book: Picture

Cover: Hardcover

Pages: 48

Size: 26 x 26 cm

Year Published: 2017

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 3rd

Genre: Non-Fiction

Sub-Genre: Biography

Theme: About POC, Change, Environment, Equality, Nature, Social Issues, Women in History