Volodymyr Zelensky: Heroic Leader of Ukraine

by Mari Bolte

Overview

Volodymyr Zelensky got his start as a comedic actor, running for president of Ukraine as a populist candidate in 2019. He seemed an unlikely hero, yet he quickly revealed his resolve as Russian forces invaded Ukraine in 2022. He remained in Ukraine's capital, delivering rousing speeches to Ukraine's people via video even as Russia's troops posed an enormous threat to his safety. Zelensky has become a symbol of great bravery, both in Ukraine and around the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781728487830
Publisher:	Lerner Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/01/2022
Series:	Gateway Biographies Series
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	7.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.31(d)
Lexile:	830L (what's this?)
Age Range:	10 - 11 Years

About the Author

Mari Bolte has worked in publishing as a writer and editor for more than 15 years. She has written dozens of books about things like science and craft projects, historical figures and events, and pop culture. She lives in Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Born in the USSR 10

Put on a Show 14

Be Creative 16

Servant of the People 20

Winning the People 22

Mr. President 26

The Fight Is Here 32

The Invasion Begins 34

He Didn't Choose to Fight 36

Important Dates 40

Source Notes 42

Selected Bibliography 46

Further Reading 47

Index 48

Editorial Reviews

11/01/2022

Gr 4–8—An eclectic mix of four living celebrities is represented in these biographies. In Volodymyr Zelensky, readers learn about Zelensky's time as an entertainer who then became president of the troubled eastern European country Ukraine, and includes facts about the current war with Russia. Dolly Parton chronicles the singer's life from her childhood poverty through her outstanding career including her hit records and movie ventures. Deb Haaland introduces readers to the newest Secretary of the Interior and relates her Native American background and political career. Simone Biles explores Biles's gymnastics career including her Olympic competitions and mental health issues. All of these titles portray their subjects in a positive light as the focus is on their achievements and motivation. The books on Zelensky and Haaland are timely given the recency of their fame and current events. There are several similar biographies already on Parton and Biles, however these are more current. None of the narratives provide much information on personal lives; Biles's fiancé and pending nuptials are completely omitted. Given that these people are living and still active in their fields, and the subjects appear in many other juvenile biographies (excepting the one on Haaland), these titles may not be considered necessary. VERDICT Even though the information provided is good, all these subjects except Haaland, are featured in other biographies and these would at best be supplemental purchases. The title on Haaland should be considered as there is little on her and her position makes her a unique figure.

School Library Journal

"All of these titles portray their subjects in a positive light as the focus is on their achievements and motivation."—School Library Journal

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