This book had me in tears on so many occasions. One American man trying to help small poor villages in Pakistan and Afghanistan build schools during a time of great unrest and war. Illiterate tribal leaders understanding that educating the children is a way to bring peace to their countries. Children learning that they can make a difference in the world. This books is a children's adaptation of the NY Times best seller. In simple language that kids can understand, it tells the story of how Greg Mortenson showed his gratitude to the people of village in Pakistan by building them a school. Included is an interview with Greg Mortenson's young daughter, Amira on her father's work and on the power of children and education to bring change to the world.