What If Soldiers Fought with Pillows?: True Stories of Imagination and Courage

What if the impossible were actually possible? What if we turned our dreams into action? What if our imagination could help solve real-world crises, like war, famine, and human rights violations?

Through a series of seemingly whimsical questions, this middle-grade nonfiction book introduces readers to people and organizations that are subverting violence, war, and totalitarian power. What if soldiers refused to carry weapons? What if fighter pilots dropped seeds instead of bombs? What if music could be a creative force for democracy? None of these ideas are impossible--in fact, they are all true historical examples of ideas that have been put into action.

Accessible, engaging text introduces a different question and example on each spread. Evocative conceptual illustrations provide a light-hearted reminder of the power of imagination. This timely book encourages readers to think critically and dare to ask big questions, which might just change the world.

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Owlkids
Published: 03/15/2020
ISBN: 9781771473620
Pages: 40
Weight: 1.05lbs
Size: 10.80h x 8.70w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Publishers Weekly 01/27/2020
Kirkus Reviews 02/01/2020
School Library Journal 03/01/2020 pg. 124
Booklist 02/15/2020 pg. 72