Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams
The Woman Who Rescued a Generation of Children and Founded the World’s Largest Children’s Library
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Narrateur(s):
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Libby McKnight
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Auteur(s):
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Katherine Paterson
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Sally Deng - illustrator
À propos de cet audio
Jella Lepman and Her Library of Dreams is a thrilling and heartfelt exploration of one woman’s extraordinary
belief in the power of books to transform young lives. Perfect for listeners who enjoy biographies,
true adventure nonfiction, and empowering stories of women in history, this makes an outstanding addition
to classroom and home libraries.
WORLD HISTORY FOR KIDS: This book reflects on the aftermath of WWII and its effect on children in Germany.
By Jella Lepman’s inspiring example, listeners will learn how working together and being part of a community
can help bring peace after war, displacement, and loss.
FASCINATING TRUE STORY: This biography introduces a little-known historical figure who changed the world through children’s books. Anyone who loves history, biographies, or children’s literature will find themselves inspired by the life and work of Jella Lepman.
IMPORTANCE OF BOOKS & LIBRARIES: Featuring inspiring illustrations of global cooperation, crates of
international books being shipped to the library, and children in the harshest of conditions finding solace in
reading, this book is perfect for celebrating librarians and their positive impact on young lives. It also highlights
the ongoing work of the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY), a non-profit organization that
represents an international network of people who are committed to bringing books and children together.
Perfect for:
Librarians, educators, and parents seeking engaging history and nonfiction books for kids
Fans of true stories, biographies, and fascinating facts
Anyone interested in learning about children’s literature and children's book libraries
Special occasion or thank you gift for teachers and librarians
Fans of Katherine Paterson and her award-winning books, including Bridge to Terabithia, Jacob Have I Loved,
and The Great Gilly Hopkins