Laura Murphy Bücher

"A community of rock quarry miners in a village in Uttar Pradesh, India gave their tiny cluster of thatched roofed houses the name Azad Nagar. Freedomville. But it hasn't always been identified by that auspicious moniker. The miners renamed their village in 2000, after they staged a revolt that overthrew the profit-driven landowners who held their families in debt bondage for generations. Non-profits celebrated their tenacity; a film promoted their non-violent grassroots efforts; their success inspired other villages to fight for their own freedom. But the complex story of Freedomville, the murder that these revolutionaries nearly got away with, and the short-lived freedom its inhabitants created for themselves there has not yet been told"-- Provided by publisher

Focusing on inclusivity, this collection of stories aims to assist individuals with special needs in integrating into various environments. Designed for educators, the narratives serve as tools to raise awareness and foster understanding among students before welcoming peers with challenges. By addressing these issues proactively, the book seeks to reduce apathy and promote empathy within the classroom, ultimately encouraging a more supportive community.

Meet Elon, a mischievous, young elephant who longs for adventure. She sets off on a moonlit journey through the rainforest and discovers that she has the power to change things for the better. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru