Renee Meloche

Cuando su familia se estableci en Plum Creek, lejos de su anterior hogar, a Laura le esperaban nuevas aventuras, paisajes espectaculares y un clima extremo, Laura se prepar para ser maestra, esposa de granjero y narradora y vivi uno de los momentos ms emocionantes de la historia de los Estados Unidos. A travs de sus amados libros, incluida La casita en la pradera, captur a millones de lectores de muchas generaciones. Ahora la coleccin Pequeos lectores pone a tu disposicin, en un libro ilustrado, la notable e inspiradora historia de Laura Ingalls Wilder. (1867"€"1957)

Los doctores Klaus-Dieter y Martina John soaban con convertirse en mdicos misioneros para servir a la gente pobre en los lugares ms remotos y peligrosos. Estudiaron en las mejores universidades, recaudaron fondos y se trasladaron con su familia de Alemania para establecer un hospital de primer nivel a los Andes del Per. A travs de una excelente atencin y la ayuda de Dios, los doctores Klaus y Tina han cambiado las vidas de miles de indgenas que nunca antes haban recibido atencin mdica. Ahora Pequeos lectores narra esta fascinante historia con bellas ilustraciones que inspiraran a pequeos y adultos.

Doctors Klaus-Dieter and Martina John dreamed of becoming medical missionaries to serve poor people in remote and dangerous places. They studied in top universities, raised funds, and moved their family from Germany to establish a world-class hospital deep in the Andes Mountains in Peru. Through expert care and a love for all God's children, Doctors Klaus and Tina have changed the lives of thousands of Indians who had never before received medical care. Now Heroes for Young Readers makes Doctors Klaus-Dieter and Martina John's remarkable story available in this picture book all ages will treasure.

Growing up in Hawaii, Bethany Hamilton loved being outside and joining her friends and brothers in adventures. She especially loved to surf. One calm morning while she was waiting for a wave, a fourteen-foot tiger shark crept up on her and swiftly severed her arm. After being rushed to the hospital and recovering, this thirteen-year-old was determined to surf again. And she did -- just three weeks after her accident. Overcoming doubts and physical challenges, Bethany went on to compete in surfing contests around the world and has inspired millions through her strength and faith to keep riding the waves. (1990-)

A medida que creciendo, Nick Vujicic (1982-), nacido sin brazos ni piernas, supo enfrentarse a todos los obstculos fsicos y emocionales que fueron surgiendo. En lugar de rendirse ante las dificultades, puso todo su empeo en vivir una vida llena de diversin y aventuras. Convertido hoy en un conferenciante y escritor mundialmente famoso, desea que nos veamos como personas valiosas y animarnos a vivir una vida sin lmites. Su devocin a Dios y su fuerte personalidad son un ejemplo para todas aquellas personas desanimadas por sus minusvalas, amedrentadas o agobiadas por sentimientos de inferioridad. Nick jams vio en el hecho de ser diferente un motivo para desalentarse.

Born without arms or legs, Nick Vujicic (1982-) overcame tremendous physical and emotional challenges as he grew up. Rather than shrink back from trouble or give up in times of trial, this bold Australian pursued a life filled with exploration of what he could do. Now a world-renowned speaker and author, he encourages others to see themselves as precious to God and to live without limits. Nick's example of Christian character is an inspiration to everyone who feels weighed down by the challenges of disabilities, mistreatment, feelings of inferiority, and more.