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Janes heart ached for the world, but what could she do to stop a war? This energetic and inspiring picture book biography of activist Jane Addams focuses on the peace work that won her the Nobel Peace Prize. From the time she was a child, Janes heart ached for others. At first the focus of her efforts was on poverty, and lead to the creation of Hull House, the settlement house she built in Chicago. For twenty-five years, shed helped people from different countries live in peace at Hull House. But when war broke out, Jane decided to take on the world and become a dangerous woman for the sake of peace. Suzanne Slades powerful text written in free verse illuminates the life of this inspiring figure while Alice Ratterrees stunning illustrations bring Jane Addams and her world to life.Product Videos
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Author Suzanne Slade
Binding Hardcover
Language English
Book Type Biography
Grade Content 3
Lexile 770
Subject ELA
Copyright 2017
