1869-1948

Biography of Mohandas Gandhi, a nonviolent leader of India whose impact has been felt well beyond the country in the work of other Civil Rights leaders such as Martin Luther King, Jr.

"Connecting Gandhi's ideas and his life's work to contemporary issues this ... resource for parents and teachers makes Gandhi relevant for kids today. Packed with historic images, the book includes informative sidebars, a time line, a glossary, and a resource section, along with 21 activities that illuminate Gandhi's life, environment, and ideas. Kids can make a traditional Indian lamp called a diya, create a henna hand design, practice anti-consumerism or vegetarianism for a day, and much more"--Provided by publisher.

Mrs. Sherlock Holmes tells the true story of Mrs. Grace Humiston, the detective and lawyer who turned her back on New York society life to become one of the nation's greatest crime fighters during an era when women weren't even allowed to vote. After graduating from N.Y.U. law school, Grace opened a legal clinic in the city for low-income immigrant clients, and quickly established a reputation as a fierce, but fair lawyer who was always on the side of the disenfranchised.

Provides a brief biography of Mahatma Gandhi, the Indian political and spiritual leader who lead his country to freedom from British rule through his policy of nonviolent resistance.

"A civil rights leader, Mahatma Gandhi opposed apartheid and helped India gain independence. His peaceful protests inspired many other great leaders. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into his story. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms"--Amazon.com.

An old man in India recalls how, when he was a young boy, he got his first taste of freedom as he and his brother joined the great Muhatma Gandhi on a march to the sea to make salt in defiance of British law.

Examines why Gandhi campaigned for Indian independence from Britain and looks at how his decisions impacted history and his legacy.

Explores Mahatma Gandhi and his nonviolent protests in India.

Mahatma Gandhi's grandson tells the story of how his grandfather taught him the damages of being wasteful.