Tim Cooke

Malala Yousafzai Tim Cooke

Approximately 130 million school-aged girls around the world are not receiving an education. One of the most powerful figures in the fight for education equality is Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani teen who has inspired the world with her fearless activism and public speaking. When she was 11 years old, Yousafzai gave her first speech against the Taliban's prohibition of education for girls. At only 15 years old, Yousafzai survived an assassination attempt from the Taliban. This biography introduces readers to Yousafzai's incredible life. Stunning photographs and images illustrate her heroic story, while fact boxes highlight important information. Readers will be inspired by Yousafzai's fearless spirit and amazing accomplishments.