Children's Books
Available this fall, Semillas de Cambio [Lee & Low Books; October 2024] is the Spanish edition of Jen's award-winning children’s book Seeds of Change [Lee & Low Books; April 2010]. The picture book biography tells the story of Wangari Maathai, the first African woman–and first environmentalist–to win a Nobel Peace Prize (2004) for her work planting trees in her native Kenya. A portion of the sales from Semillas de Cambio will support educational projects in both Kenya and the United States, creating cross-cultural friendships between young people.
Jen’s deep commitment to environmental stewardship is also reflected in her role on the Board of Directors for the Green Belt Movement, the pioneering organization founded by Maathai. Her books, inspired by the values and legacy of the movement, focus on environmental justice, women’s rights, and the transformative power of community action. Through her writing and leadership, she continues to amplify Maathai’s global impact, promoting ecological awareness and activism among young readers.
Jen’s deep commitment to environmental stewardship is also reflected in her role on the Board of Directors for the Green Belt Movement, the pioneering organization founded by Maathai. Her books, inspired by the values and legacy of the movement, focus on environmental justice, women’s rights, and the transformative power of community action. Through her writing and leadership, she continues to amplify Maathai’s global impact, promoting ecological awareness and activism among young readers.
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