New Releases by Jeanette Winter

From acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter comes the little-known story of Sister Corita, a nun, educator, and activist who became a celebrated pop artist while creating works meant to inspire good in others. Known by some as the Pop Art Nun, Sister Corita gained acclaim for her bold, graphic pop art that calls for peace, equality, and justice. At the age of eighteen, she entered the Sisters of the Immaculate Heart convent, where Sister Corita was encouraged to pursue her passion for art. She eventually earned her master’s degree and became an art teacher. The pop art movement inspired her to create powerful screen-printed works dealing with political and moral issues from the 1950s to 1980s. Despite the diocese labeling her work as “blasphemous,” Sister Corita continued creating and fighting for what she believed was right. Through her art, she called for an end to the Vietnam War and advocated for women’s rights, civil rights, and tolerance and love in a time of social upheaval. Her legacy as a teacher, activist, and artist with great creativity, compassion, and perseverance is sure to inspire young readers.

Um livro ideal para os pequenos e grandes leitores que querem saber mais sobre a luta de Greta Thunberg para mudar o planeta — e sobre como é importante participar dessa luta também. Greta Thunberg tinha quinze anos quando sua professora falou sobre as mudanças climáticas que vêm acontecendo na Terra de forma cada vez mais acentuada. Ao pesquisar mais sobre o assunto, percebeu que, se não agirmos rápido para reverter essa situação, logo será tarde demais. Sozinha, Greta deu início a um movimento que se espalhou pelo mundo inteiro, liderado por crianças e jovens, e fez com que grandes líderes e políticos ouvissem o que ela tem a dizer: é nossa obrigação cuidar do planeta para garantir um futuro às próximas gerações — e todos nós podemos fazer a diferença. Escrito e ilustrado por Jeanette Winter, uma artista americana premiada, este livro apresenta aos pequenos leitores a vida e luta de Greta, uma criança como qualquer outra — mas que resolveu ser ouvida e fazer a diferença para mudar o mundo. Este livro é indicado para crianças a partir de 4 anos.

Meet two brave young heroes of Pakistan who stood up for the right to freedom and education in this inspirational nonfiction picture book from acclaimed author-illustrator Jeanette Winter. One country: Pakistan. Two children: Iqbal Masih and Malala Yousafzai. Each was unafraid to speak out. He, against inhumane child slavery in the carpet trade. She, for the right of girls to attend school. Both were shot by those who disagreed with them - he in 1995, she in 2012. Iqbal was killed instantly; Malala miraculously survived and continues to speak out around the world.

Here is the story of Greta Thunberg, a Swedish teenage climate activist who has sparked a worldwide student movement and is demanding action from world leaders who seem to refuse to address climate change.

Learn the story of TIME PERSON OF THE YEAR Greta Thunberg, the sixteen-year-old climate activist who has sparked a worldwide student movent and is demanding action from world leaders who refuse to address climate change—from acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter. I don’t want you to be hopeful. I want you to panic…I want you to act as if our house is on fire. Because it is. When she was fifteen years old, Greta Thunberg’s teacher explained to her class that our climate is changing—the earth is getting warmer, the polar ice caps are melting, and life on earth is threatened. Greta was devastated. What could she do? If the grown-ups weren’t doing enough to save the planet, Greta would have to demand change herself. So she went on strike, skipping school every Friday to sit outside of the Swedish Parliament building with a sign that read “School Strike for Climate.” At first, Greta was the only one. But gradually, more and more students joined her, until her lone protest had sparked a worldwide student movement for action on climate change. Now, a year later, Greta is speaking to audiences of world leaders at important meetings like the United Nations Climate Conference and the World Economic Forum. She is leading the conversation on climate change and sparking worldwide conversation on how to save our planet. Greta is showing everyone that even the smallest person can make a big difference, and this picture book informs and inspires young readers who are beginning to learn about the world around them.

Celebrated picture book biographer Jeanette Winter shares the story of champion tennis players—and sisters—Venus and Serena Williams. Before they were famous tennis stars, Venus and Serena Williams were sisters with big dreams growing up in Compton, California. In the early mornings, they head to the tennis courts, clean up debris, and practice. They compete in their first tournament and they both win. From there, the girls’ trophy collection grows and grows. Despite adversity and health challenges, the sisters become two of the greatest tennis players of all time. This inspiring story of sisterhood, hard work, and determination is perfect for budding athletes or any young reader with a big dream.

Based on a true story. After her parents are taken away by the Taliban, young Nasreen stops speaking. But as she spends time in a secret school, she slowly breaks out of her shell.

Billedbog. Zaha elsker naturen og synes den er fascinerende. Hun bruger lang tid på at observere og tænke over flodens løb, stjernernes gang over himlen, og drømmer om en smuk verden uden grænser

A celebrated author-illustrator presents a biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad. As a Muslim woman, Hadid faced many obstacles, but she went on to design buildings all over the world. Full color.

عالية محمد باقر هي أمينة المكتبة المركزيّة في مدينة البصرة في العراق. طوال أربعة عشر عاما، بقيت مكتبتها ملتقًى لمحبّي الكتب. لكنّ الحرب وقعت، فخشيت عالية أن تدمّر المكتبة وتخسر المدينة إرثها الثّقافيّ الثّمين.تتحدّث هذه القصّة الواقعيّة عن شجاعة امرأة عزمت بمفردها على إنقاذ ثلاثين ألف كتاب من كارثة محتّمة. كما تذكّرنا بأنّ حبّ الأدب واحترام المعرفة لا يعرفان قيودًا ولا حدودًا.... Alia Mohammed Baqer was the chief librarian of Basra''s Central Library in Iraq. For fourteen years, her library has remained a meeting place for book lovers. But then war broke out, and Alia feared that the library would be destroyed and the city would lose its precious cultural heritage. This true story is about the courage of a woman who was determined to save thirty thousand books from an inevitable disaster. It reminds us that the love of literature and respect for knowledge know no bounds or limits.

This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman''s passion, vision, and determination inspired great change.

A biography of architect Zaha Hadid, who grew up in Baghdad and went on to design buildings all over the world. She became one of the most irreverent, controversial, and celebrated architects in the world. -- Publisher description.

طفلان من باكستان وقفا ضدّ الظلم في عالمهما. شجاعتهما في وجه مخاطر كبرى تبقى مصدر إلهام لجميع الذين يعرفون قصّتهما. كان إقبال يعمل بالسخرة لتسديد دين على والديه. بعدما أصبح حرًّا، رفع صوته ضدّ تشغيل الأطفال وأُعلن "بطل المعركة ضدّ أشكال العبودية المعاصرة"، لكنّه أُسكت عندما كان عمره اثنتي عشرة سنة... برصاصة.أمّا ملالا، فقد حاربت كلّ المحاولات لمنع الفتيات الباكستانيات من الذهاب إلى المدرسة. ولم يردعها رادع من التعبير عن رأيها حتّى تلك الرصاصة التي كادت تودي بحياتها. اليوم، تجول ملالا العالم لنشر التوعية حول حقّ البنات في التعلّم. حصلت هذه الفتاة الشجاعة على عدّة جوائز أبرزها جائزة نوبل للسلام، 2014. Two children from Pakistan stood up against the injustice in their world. Their bravery in the face of great risks remains a source of inspiration for all who know their story. Iqbal worked in slavery to pay off his parents'' debt. After he became free, he raised his voice against child labor and was declared "the hero of the battle against contemporary forms of slavery," but he was silenced by a bullet when he was only twelve years old. Malala fought against all attempts to prevent Pakistani girls from going to school. She was not deterred from expressing her opinion, even by a bullet that almost took her life. Today, Malala travels the world to raise awareness about the right of girls to education. This brave girl has won several awards, the most notable being the Nobel Peace Prize in 2014.

At the top of the world, a polar bear hunts, swims, courts, raises cubs, and worries as they go off on their own.

The story of the great American painter of the Wild West, Charlie Russell.

Describe afición del artista a principios dibujo, pinturas famosas, y la enfermedad que lo confinó a una silla de ruedas e inspiró a sus sofisticadas obras maestras papel recortado.

Illus. in full color. "Winter''s story begins with a peg-leg sailor who aids slaves on their escape on the Underground Railroad. While working for plantation owners, Peg Leg Joe teaches the slaves a song about the drinking gourd (the Big Dipper). A couple, their son, and two others make their escape by following the song''s directions. Rich paintings interpret the strong story in a clean, primitive style enhanced by bold colors. The rhythmic compositions have an energetic presence that''s compelling. A fine rendering of history in picturebook format."--(starred) Booklist.

*ALA Notable Children’s book 2006 * Celebrated author-illustrator Jeanette Winter weaves a hopeful tale of one woman’s courageous book rescue. In the Spring of 2003, Alia Muhammad Baker was the city of Basra’s real-life librarian. She was the keeper of cherished books and her library was a haven for community gatherings. But with war imminent in Basra, Iraq, what could this lone woman do to save her precious books? With lyrical, spare text and beautiful acrylic illustrations, Jeanette Winter shows how well she understands her young audience. This true story of one librarian’s remarkable bravery reminds us all how, throughout the world, the love of literature and the respect for knowledge knows no boundaries.

Step into the colorful world of Henri Matisse and his magnificent paper cutouts in this biography by acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter. In a small weaving town in France, a young boy named Henri-Emile Matisse drew pictures everywhere, and when he grew up, he moved to Paris and became a famous artist who created paintings that were adored around the world. But late in life a serious illness confined him to a wheelchair, and amazingly, it was from there that he created among his most beloved works—enormous and breathtaking paper cutouts. Based on the life of Henri Matisse, this moving and inspirational picture book biography includes a note from the author, dynamic quotes from Matisse himself, and an illuminating look at a little-known part of a great artist’s creative process.

Renowned picture book creator Jeanette Winter tells the story of a young girl in Afghanistan who attends a secret school for girls. Young Nasreen has not spoken a word to anyone since her parents disappeared. In despair, her grandmother risks everything to enroll Nasreen in a secret school for girls. Will a devoted teacher, a new friend, and the worlds she discovers in books be enough to draw Nasreen out of her shell of sadness? Based on a true story from Afghanistan, this inspiring book will touch readers deeply as it affirms both the life-changing power of education and the healing power of love.

A man, his burros, and his books bring joy to children in remote Colombian villages in this inspiring book based on a true story by celebrated picture book creator Jeanette Winter. Luis loves to read, but soon his house in Colombia is so full of books there’s barely room for the family. What to do? Then he comes up with the perfect solution—a traveling library! He buys two donkeys—Alfa and Beto—and travels with them throughout the land, bringing books and reading to the children in faraway villages. Complete with an author’s note about the real man on whom this story is based.

A l’Afganistan, després que els talibans es fessin amb el control, les nenes tenien prohibit anar a escola, les dones tenien prohibit sortir de casa seva sense anar acompanyades per un home de la seva família. Aquesta és la història real d’una nena, Nasr

As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something—and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . . This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman’s passion, vision, and determination inspired great change. Includes an author’s note. This book was printed on 100% recycled paper with 50% postconsumer waste.

Every day, Angelina dreams of her home in Jamaica and imagines she is there, until her mother finds a wonderful way to convince her that New York is now their home.