Posted on October 15, 2021
Meet Nelson Mandela, South Africa’s first Black president, and his fight for equality.
Little Nelson’s given name was Rolihlahla, which means ‘troublemaker’ in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world’s most inspirational civil rights leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries.
Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained firm in his mission to end the racist system of apartheid in South Africa.
His bravery and resilience was rewarded when he was released from prison and later voted in to become South Africa’s first Black president.
Posted on October 15, 2021
Discover the life of Charles Dickens, the influential author.
When Charles was a boy he made up his own adventures. But after a Dickensian twist of fate saw his father go to prison for debt, Charles ended up working in a factory with other children. He worked his way out, trying his hand in a law firm, and then as an actor, before making a name for himself as a reporter and gifted storyteller.
Charles became one of the most beloved novelists of all time, aware of the power of a tale and of giving poor children a voice.
Posted on October 15, 2021
Meet Albert Einstein, the legendary scientist.
Little Albert grew up in Germany, where it took him four years to formulate his first word. He was fascinated by how objects worked and, although he didn’t love school, he loved physics and maths books. His brilliant mind contemplated space and time, and he eventually came up with the theory of relativity.
He shared his knowledge with the rest of the world, becoming the most original mind of the twentieth century.
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Posted on February 19, 2021
Posted on February 19, 2021
