The true story of a littlegirl who made an impossible dream achievable.
The true story of a littleagirl who made an impossible dream achievable.
Dr. Tererai Trent grew up in a rural village in Rhodesia, a region now known as Zimbabwe. She is a scholar and humanitarian who travels all over the world to speak about the importance of a quality education. In 2011, she started a foundation to bring educational opportunities to children growing up in her hometown. Tererai now splits her time between central California and Zimbabwe. To find out more about her life and her foundation, Tererai Trent International, please visit www.tt-international.org/.
Dr. Tererai Trent grew up in a rural village in Rhodesia, a region now known as Zimbabwe. She is a scholar and humanitarian who travels all over the world to speak about the importance of a quality education. In 2011, she started a foundation to bring educational opportunities to children growing up in her hometown. Tererai now splits her time between central California and Zimbabwe. To find out more about her life and her foundation, Tererai Trent International, please visit www.tt-international.org/.
PRAISE FOR THE GIRL WHO BURIED HER DREAMS IN A CAN:
"Like Malala Yousafzai's story, this picture book can lead to
conversations about education around the world and the connections
between literacy and freedom." —Los Angeles Times
"Watercolor illustrations and compelling language and imagery round
out this inspiring story." —School Library Connection, starred
review!
"An inspirational look at one woman’s journey from ambition and
vision to the reality of schooling and schools." —Kirkus
Reviews
"Lyrically described...A wonderful selection for discussing the
importance of education." —School Library Journal
"Moving...The inspiring story of how one person can overcome
difficulties and make a difference." —Booklist
PRAISE FOR THE GIRL WHO BURIED HER DREAMS IN A CAN "Like Malala Yousafzai's story, this picture book can lead to conversations about education around the world and the connections between literacy and freedom." --Los Angeles Times "Watercolor illustrations and compelling language and imagery round out this inspiring story." --School Library Connection, starred review! "An inspirational look at one woman's journey from ambition and vision to the reality of schooling and schools." --Kirkus Reviews "Lyrically described...A wonderful selection for discussing the importance of education." --School Library Journal "Moving...The inspiring story of how one person can overcome difficulties and make a difference." --Booklist
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