Stand-Up Guys

50 Christian Men Who Changed the World

by Kate Etue; Caroline Siegrist

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Pub Date Mar 03 2020 | Archive Date Apr 03 2020

Children's Nonfiction

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Description

Stand-Up Guys presents a diverse range of 50 Christian men, who saw social and world issues and decided to make their voices heard. Through biographical information paired with illustrations, readers 8 to 12 will encounter amazing and unique role models from both history and today that show they can follow any path to help change the world.

We can all make a difference, and as the 50 men featured inside Stand-up Guys show, it doesn’t matter who you are or where you live as long as your follow your passions and stay strong in your faith. From feeding the hungry following natural disasters to highlighting social injustice to speaking up about climate change, oppression, and more, these people from around the world—both in the past and in the present—from a variety of backgrounds provide positive examples of what you can accomplish if you just dare to stand up.

Included inside these pages are men such as:

Chef José Andrés, founder of World Central Kitchen
Bryan Stevenson of the Equal Justice Initiative, and focus of the movie Just Mercy
Congressman and Civil Rights leader John Lewis
Olympian Eric Liddell
Legendary surfer Eddie Aikau
Saint Francis
“Kid President” Robby Novak
And more

And with a colorful interior with engaging full-page illustrations, easy-to-read one-page biographies of each person, and a list of additional resources at the back, kids can explore a variety of role models and discover the path they want to take themselves as they put their faith into action.

Stand-Up Guys is also ideal as:

A Christmas gift or Easter basket present
A resource for at-home learning, introducing your child to people across history as well as modern-day history-makers
Inspiration for boys and young men, helping them see the full range of what being a “man” truly is

Stand-Up Guys presents a diverse range of 50 Christian men, who saw social and world issues and decided to make their voices heard. Through biographical information paired with illustrations, readers...

A Note From the Publisher

•Inspiring subject material featuring male role models

Advance Praise

“Stand-Up Guys is a delightful survey of godly men throughout history, a much-needed easy reference of models for the next generation to learn from.” Kevan Chandler, author of We Carry Kevan

“I love what Kate and Caroline have done with this collection of stories! Each chapter shines a light on a world changer, a role model I would want my kids to look up to. It’s so important for young people to see how God can use anybody to do great things. And this book shines a bright light on fifty individuals who have lived their lives for a greater cause. I pray the stories Kate and Caroline have told here will light a fire in the hearts of our next generation’s stand-up guys and girls. ” Matthew West, Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning singer, songwriter, and author

“What a delightful book, with insight about both little-known and iconic men who changed the world around them. A great way to learn about historic figures while garnering inspiration for how to conquer obstacles to achieve the goals you have today.” Cindy Morgan, singer/songwriter at www.cindymorganmusic.com

“More than ever, we need books that celebrate honorable men who have lived by their faith. This book couldn’t come at a better time to speak to the hearts of the next generation.” Jamie Sumner, author of the middle grade novel Roll with It and the faith-based parenting books Eat, Sleep, Save the World and Unbound

“Like all great books for kids and teens, Stand-Up Guys is equally beneficial for grown-ups. Each short biography provides meaningful inspiration from one of history’s great influencers, and much more. Each man’s story is revealed to be part of the bigger Story of God, with takeaway questions for parents and kids to consider together. What a great resource! What Kate and Caroline have provided here will both instruct and inspire.” Scott Sauls, senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church and author of several books, including Jesus Outside the Lines and Irresistible Faith 9780310769705_

“Stand-Up Guys is a delightful survey of godly men throughout history, a much-needed easy reference of models for the next generation to learn from.” Kevan Chandler, author of We Carry Kevan

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