This is a book they need on their shelves! This first book in the Young Change Makers series is packed with stories of young people who are making a difference either locally or globally in truly fantastic ways. Each feature tells the background of a child and how he or she began their project, revealing the passion they have for their work. Read each feature on its own or all together in one sitting, and your child will be inspired to greatness!
Making a Difference: An Inspirational Book About Kids Changing the World! (Young Change Makers)
by Stacy C. Bauer
- 12 young change makers from around the world.
- Fun facts about the change makers.
- A map showing where they are from.
- The 12 young change makers' signatures!
- Information about how they made their dreams a reality.
- Ideas on how YOU can become a change maker too!
"Motivate. Educate. Differentiate. Those are words I live by and this book reflects ALL of them! Sit down and read this book with your kiddo- you will BOTH be inspired. Looking forward to more from this series!" - Pam Olivieri, School Curriculum Designer
"This series is sure to inspire kids, teachers, and parents alike. Through hearing the compilation of remarkable true stories of real kids, others can feel encouraged to make their own positive impact in the world. This book would make a wonderful addition to any elementary school classroom library, or to a child's home book collection. Definitely a gift for anyone who would like to inspire young ones to know that kids can make a difference." - Shannon Olsen, teacher and best selling author"Young Change Makers: Making a Difference is revolutionary in that it identifies the initial motivations for each change maker that started them on their journeys to make change in the first place. This shows the average kid reading this book that everyday struggles and circumstances can lead to extraordinary change making over time." - Dante Plush, Director of Youth Engagement and Outreach Giving Tuesday
"Stacy C. Bauer does a fantastic job of telling the stories of these inspirational young people. She presents both their work and personalities in a beautifully illustrated and well-researched book to inspire more kids to take action. The world needs books like this. I couldn’t put it down!" - Sarah M. W. Maston, Inventor & Founder of Project 15 from Microsoft
Reviews
These kids are amazing! I loved reading their stories and seeing the good in the world. This book series is colorful, with wonderful illustrations and even real pictures of these real-life heroes. I can’t wait to share this book with my kids. It’s sure to inspire them!
What a great way to motivate young children to think outside the box and follow their passion. Just one small act of kindness can change the world, and this book has proof of that. Wonderful inspiring stories from young children and their great achievements.
This is a gorgeously written and illustrated book, featuring many inspiring young go-getters out to make the world better. I absolutely cannot wait to share it with my children and our friends!
Read this awe-inspiring book about ordinary but passionate children from around the world who devote their time and energy to follow their dreams and make a difference, and buy copies to share with others. This well-written and beautifully illustrated book shows that you are never too young to make an impact on your environment, community, and the world!
A beautifully put together non-fiction book with short chapters about inspirational children. Perfect to share with children before bedtime or in the classroom as a read-aloud.
Making a Difference: An Inspirational Book About Kids Changing the World! is a exceptional book about the wonderful children who make a difference in our world today. Changing the world for the better. It should be a regular find in every child's library. Wonderful illustrations too1
Wow this book is amazing! It is so inspirational to my young children and I love being able to show them what other real life kids are doing so better their communities and the world. I hope it inspires them to see that even young kids can make a difference. I can’t wait to read the next books in the series!