Shining a Light: Celebrating 40 Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Who Changed the World
A collective biography of forty influential Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, from Kalpana Chawla to Dwayne “the Rock” Johnson to Tammy Duckworth, whose historical contributions readers may not know but whose light shines on, with stunning illustrated portraits by Hugo Award nominee Victo Ngai
Meet forty people who helped change the world in countless ways in this beautifully illustrated collective biography.
From scientists to sports stars, aerospace engineers to artists, every person shines in this collection. Dynamic portraits for each person showcase bold colors and clever, precise details. Each biography celebrates the determination and courage of people who were on the forefront of changing society.
Using their specific talents, each individual fought for the space for people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to be seen and treated with dignity and respect. Their important legacies live on today.
| SKU | 137885 |
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| ISBN | 9780358539353 |
| Language | English |
| Page Count | 112 |
| Product Type | Hardcover Books |
| Book Type | Middle Grade Nonfiction |
| Additional Contributor | Victo Ngai |
| Primary Contributor | Veeda Bybee |
| Age Groups | Ages 7 to 9, Ages 10 to 12 |
| Publisher | Versify |