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A Tiny Seed (Nicola Rijsdijk)

A Tiny Seed (Nicola Rijsdijk)

A Tiny Seed (Nicola Rijsdijk) is an inspiring story that follows the life and legacy of Wangari Maathai, who worked hard to green her country. It begins with a small seed and shows how big dreams can grow into a forest of change. This book is a wonderful way to introduce environmental themes and the concept of perseverance to young English learners. The clear and empowering text helps students build their vocabulary while learning about a real-life hero. It teaches children that no matter how small they are, they can make a big difference in the world.

Lexile: 630L

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Quiz

Question 1: Where is Mount Kenya?
Question 2: What did Wangari's brother persuade their parents?
Question 3: What did Wangari do at the American university?
Question 4: What famous prize did Wangari receive?
Question 5: Why did Wangari teach Kenyan women to grow trees from seed?
Question 6: What is the word for "a large knife that is often as a tool"?
Question 7: What is this book mainly about?
Question 8: Which word is used to describe Wangari as a child?
Question 9: What word means to "urge" someone to do something?
Question 10: What type of book tells the facts about a person's life?
Tag(s):African Stories

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