In this post, I compiled a list of some of the best biography books for kids that are sure to spark their imagination and fuel their dreams. These incredible stories showcase remarkable individuals who overcame obstacles, shattered stereotypes, and made significant contributions to the world.
Biography Books for Kids
From trailblazers like Neil Armstrong and Jane Goodall to sports legends like Michael Jordan and Jackie Robinson, these biographies offer a diverse collection of role models for young readers.
1. The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, by William Kamkwamba, Bryan Mealer
In the midst of a devastating drought in Malawi, young William Kamkwamba discovers a solution to his family&#;s hardships in the village library: constructing a windmill from scrap metal and old bicycle parts.
This resourceful invention brings electricity and water to his family&#;s home, transforming their lives. Adapted for younger readers, this inspiring memoir highlights the power of innovation and perseverance, complete with photographs, illustrations, and an epilogue to update readers on William&#;s journey.
2. The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The
SA Ambassador in Japan &#;Regrets&#; Fake Degree Claim
Mohau Pheko, South Africa&#;s ambassador to Japan, has said she regrets claiming she had a degree that she didn&#;t actually have, which came from a dubious university in America that closed after it was found to be selling degrees online.
Pheko made the apology last week during an interview with the SABC, although she said that she still addressed herself as &#;doctor&#; even though she did not have a doctoral degree, according to news reports. She has been ambassador in Japan since
It was first reported in the Financial Mail that she had claimed she got her doctoral degree from LaSalle University in the US in , although the university closed in after it was found to be a &#;diploma mill&#;, selling degrees via the Internet.
According to news reports, Pheko is the latest in a number of ANC officials to have lied about their qualifications, and Minister of Higher Education Blade Nzimande said last month that these people who were found guilty of the practise should be named and shamed.
The Democratic Alliance has called for Pheko to be suspended and said that President Jacob Zuma had been made aware of the fabricate
The incidents of misrepresentation of academic qualifications are on the rise and last year, a number of public figures where exposed for fake academic qualifications.
Yesterday, the department disclosed that cases of fraud or misrepresentation of academic qualifications were uncovered during a verification process. This took place during a briefing to the National Assembly’s portfolio committee on public service and administration.
THE National Department of Public Service and Administration admitted that hundreds of officials were last year found to have been employed with fake academic qualifications.
South Africa’s ambassador to Japan, Mohau Pheko, is the latest public official to join a growing list of those who have been caught faking their academic papers.
Pheko was exposed by the Financial Mail last week for claiming she was an academic doctor with a PhD, although she never graduated and the university she supposedly graduated from was shut down several years before the date she claimed to have completed her studies.
ANC stalwart Pallo Jordan was forced to resign as an ANC MP last year after the Sunday Times exposed the fact that he was also not a PhD graduate as h
Mohau Mokoatle-Cele, born September 28, , is a rising star in the South African entertainment scene. An actress and singer, she&#;s captured audiences with her compelling performances, most notably as Bongi in the acclaimed MTV Shuga series, including the innovative MTV Shuga Alone Together. Mohau&#;s talent and dedication are quickly establishing her as a force to be reckoned with in the industry.
Profile Summary
Full Name
Mohau Mokoatle-Cele
Date of Birth
September 28,
Place of Birth
Matatiele, South Africa
Nationality
South African
Partner
Not publicly disclosed
Children
Not publicly disclosed
Occupations
Actress, Singer
Net Worth
$50, &#; $,
Early Life and Education
Born in Matatiele, South Africa, Mohau spent her formative years in Soweto. From a young age, she demonstrated a passion for performance and a knack for languages, becoming fluent in English, Sesotho, IsiZulu, IsiXhosa, and Setswana.
Recognizing her talent, she pursued formal training at the University of the Witwatersrand, where she honed her acting skills and laid the foundation for her future success. Her time at Wits proved invaluable,
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