Pub Date: January 1, 2026
Lexile Code: 0000
Features: Price on Product
Target Age Group: 08 to 11
Physical Info: 0.30" H x 8.90" L x 5.80" W ( 0.20 lbs) 32 pages
BISAC Categories:
Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography and Autobiography | Political | History | Africa
Series: Difference Makers
Description:
For more than a century, Ghana was under colonial rule--until one man led the charge for freedom.
Kwame Nkrumah, the country's first Prime Minister and later President, played a crucial role in ending Ghana's oppression and establishing it as a sovereign nation after more than a century of colonial rule and also inspired liberation movements across Africa.
His leadership, vision, and unwavering commitment to justice made him a pivotal figure in African history. This compelling story introduces young readers to a leader who fought against oppression and changed the course of a nation. Perfect for classrooms and libraries, this book encourages discussions about leadership, resilience, and the power of one person to inspire change across a continent.Brief description: Nancy Loewen is an award-winning author who has written more than 130 titles for children. She holds an MFA in creative writing and lives in the Twin Cities.