Maria Fearing: The Girl Who Dreamed of Distant Lands

Inspire kids to look out for others through this biography of Maria Fearing, a missionary who shared Christ's love with children in Africa and protected them from slavery.

Maria Fearing, once freed from slavery on an Alabama plantation, 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 God's call to care for others 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 the Do Great Things for God series, which is designed to show kids that God uses ordinary people to do extraordinary things.