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Description
In August 2018, a teenager named Greta Thunberg missed school to sit outside the Swedish parliament with a sign that read "School Strike for Climate."
Quick Summary
This book tells the true story of how one angry Swedish teenager skipped school and sparked a global movement by sitting outside parliament with a handmade sign. Readers will root for Greta as she stands up to politicians, faces criticism, and watches her solo protest turn into millions of students worldwide walking out of class to demand action on climate change. If your kid likes "The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind" by William Kamkwamba, they'll love seeing another young person prove that age doesn't limit the power to change The World of Norm: May Be Contagious. Perfect for kids in grades 4-6 (ages 9-12) who want to read about real kids making a real difference.