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From surviving a plane crash in the jungle to striking against climate change, you won't believe the incredible stories of the challenges these brave kids from around the world have overcome! Rise Up: Ordinary Kids in Extraordinary Stories features over 29 tales of amazing young girls and boys who have achieved the unimaginable. There are tales of triumphing over illness and injury, and of overcoming bullying. Entries include New Zelands' Laura Dekker, one of the youngest people to circumnavigate the world solo by boat, and Pakistans' Ayesha Farooq, who became Pakistans first female fighter pilot at age 25. Each incredible story is narrated in an exciting and engaging style, and is combined with visually stunning illustrations by Amy Blackwell. Children can lose themselves in the remarkable true-life tales of ingenuity, courage, and commitment. Practical tips and skills accompany each story, from how to tie useful knots and send coded messages, to how to be more environmentally green and survive a shark attack. This useful information provides a springboard for children to apply this knowledge in their own lives. These empowering stories show that no matter who you are, how old you are, and what you do, you can rise to the challenge.