Maria Fearing: The Girl Who Dreamed of Distant Lands (Inspiring illustrated children's biography of Christian female missionary who shared Christs ... gift for kids 4-7.) (Do Great Things for God)

Extraordinary real-life story of missionary Maria Fearing, an inspirational role model for children. Read the true story of Maria Fearing, a missionary who shared Christs love with children in Africa and protected them from slavery. Once freed from slavery on an Alabama plantation, Maria Fearing went to Africa to show children Jesus compassion and protect them from being sold into slavery. She even helped translate the Bible so that the children could read it in their own language. Her patience and grit in overcoming incredible obstacles to heed Gods call make her a great role model for young children. This beautifully illustrated children's biography of Maria Fearing (1838-1937) features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos. It is part of a series designed to show kids that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.