Courageous People from Nebraska Who Changed the World

by Heidi Poelman, Kyle Kershner (Illustrator)

Overview

From the astounding talent of Fred Astaire to the passionate integrity of Grace Abbot, Courageous People from Nebraska Who Changed the World is a young child’s first introduction to the brave people from their home state who made a difference.

Simple text and adorable illustrations tell the contributions of more than a dozen courageous Nebraskans: Red Cloud, Jay W. Forrester, Susan and Susette La Flesche, Fred Astaire, Father Flanagan, Willa Cather, Grace Abbot, Howard Hanson, Gerald Ford, and Warren Buffet. A quote from each hero is included on each spread along with colorful, delightful artwork.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781641701914
Publisher:	Familius
Publication date:	07/07/2020
Series:	People Who Changed the World
Pages:	16
Sales rank:	1,053,788
Product dimensions:	7.90(w) x 7.90(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	2 - 5 Years

About the Author

Heidi is the author of the Little Heroes series, Jesus Worked Miracles, A is for Abinadi, A is for Adam, I Can Love Like Jesus, The Two-Minute Secret to Staying in Love, and A Mother's Greatest Gift. She particularly enjoys writing about inspiring people and ways to strengthen families, and she lives with her husband Scott and their four bright-eyed children.

Kyle Kershner has loved drawing since he was a tot. He graduated from the Savannah College of Art and Design with a BFA in sequential art and spends his days doing what he loves most: illustrating children's books and making kid-friendly art.