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Children's books inspired by real-life stories

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Inspired by: The true story of Alia Muhammad Baker, who saved over 30,000 books during the Iraq War.

The Librarian of Basra by Jeanette Winter

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Inspired by: The Nobel Peace Prize winner's own childhood dreams and activism for girls’ education.

Malala's Magic Pencil by Malala Yousafzai

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Inspired by: William Kamkwamba’s real invention of a windmill to save his village in Malawi.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer

Inspired by: The first African American prima ballerina to perform at the Metropolitan Opera. Theme: Perseverance, racial barriers, and artistic passion.

Brave Ballerina: The Story of Janet Collins by Michelle Meadows

Inspired by: Sylvia Mendez’s real-life fight against school segregation in California. Theme: Equality, civil rights, and justice.

Separate Is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh

Inspired by: Olympic champion Wilma Rudolph’s journey from polio survivor to gold medalist.

Wilma Unlimited: How Wilma Rudolph Became the World’s Fastest Woman by Kathleen Krull

Inspired by: A disabled Ghanaian boy who biked across his country to show the power of determination.

Emmanuel's Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah by Laurie Ann Thompson

Inspired by: Dashrath Manjhi of Bihar, India, who carved a road through a mountain over 22 years.

Manjhi Moves a Mountain by Nancy Churnin