We Move the World

(Hardback)

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An inspiring and empowering picture book about the small things kids do that have the potential to change the world!

Meet some of the worlds most beloved movers, shakers, scientists, activists, dreamers, and doers from the past and present who model what every childhoodfirstcan lead to! Neil Armstrong, Misty Copeland, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and more were once kidsthey grew up to lead us to the moon, dance in the ballet, and break barriers.

From first steps to solving puzzles and learning the alphabet, all the small things are only the beginning: they can lead to future activism and innovation that just might change the world!

Featuring fresh and accessible text paired with vibrant illustrations,We Move the World gives young readers a chance to see how much is possible just because of the things they already do. Includes robust backmatter that gives further context on each figure and historical moment, including the most recent COVID-19 pandemic.

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Small children learning and playing are juxtaposed with adults changing history.The childrens activities are...easy to read aloud with little ones....The adult achievements celebrated are progressive and diverse. Kirkus Reviews This lovely little picture book offers inspiration to kids who want to make the world a better place. Booklist Empowering nonfiction picture book. Publishers Weekly

Author Bio

Kari Lavelle hopes to inspire this generation of readers to move the world! She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband, their two children, and their dog, Dudley. This is her first picture book. Learn more about Kari and this book at karilavelle.com. Nabi H. Ali is a Tamil-American illustrator based in Orange County, California. He is passionate about being a voice for representation in children's media. His hobbies include painting, reading poetry, and studying South Asian history.