Social Activism & Volunteering - Kids

Women have faced discrimination in all areas of their life, simply because of their gender. For a long time, women couldn't vote, own property, do certain jobs, or get an education. Activists for gender equality campaign to make sure that women and girls, all...

How does an amphibian cross the road? With the help of the Amphibian Migration Team! Learn all about a citizen scientist who acts as a crossing guard for migrating amphibians and helps build them a tunnel to safety in this delightful nonfiction picture book!...

Have you heard of ADHD? A person with ADHD has a unique way of experiencing the world around them, and sometimes, that can feel challenging. But this author believes there are powerful skills that come with this special way of experiencing life--and as a...

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a mental health condition. People with OCD have recurring, repetitive thoughts that can feel impossible to ignore. This book was written by a kid who has OCD, and illustrated by a grownup who has OCD, too. It offers a...

Shudu's happy and carefree childhood seems very far away when she moves towns and is bullied by her new classmates for being an outsider. But her special friendships help her feel like she belongs. Deep inside, Shudu has a spark, a special kind of...

Muhammad Ali has been called the Greatest of All Time since he put on his first pair of boxing gloves. He won the world heavyweight title in a major upset, held the title of undisputed heavyweight champion for four years, and earned an Olympic...

Muhammad Ali has been called the Greatest of All Time since he put on his first pair of boxing gloves. He won the world heavyweight title in a major upset, held the title of undisputed heavyweight champion for four years, and earned an Olympic...

"Lorraine Hansberry has had a direct influence on who we are, the stories we tell, and how we move in the world today. We are beyond delighted to share Jay's beautiful words and Loveis's stunning work, bringing this iconic visionary to life for the...

From his days in One Direction to his solo career, Harry Styles has never left the spotlight. He's walked red carpets, won Grammy Awards, and even acted in big-budget movies. This has given him the ability to use his voice to help others. As...

Protests are an important way people use their voices to fight for change. Throughout history, young people have often been involved in protests and marches, and this continues today, with kids attending--and even leading--protests against gun violence, injustice, and inaction in the fight to...

Patrick Mahomes knows how to be a team player. He's led the Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl victories and has earned MVP honors in the process. However, he's not just valuable on the football field; he's also a valuable member of his community....

Community service is often an enriching experience, but should it be mandatory for all students? This is the question readers explore as they learn about both sides of a debate that directly affects them. As readers learn the reasons people feel strongly in favor...

From his days in One Direction to his solo career, Harry Styles has never left the spotlight. He's walked red carpets, won Grammy Awards, and even acted in big-budget movies. This has given him the ability to use his voice to help others. As...

This lovingly rebound treasury of bothYoung, Gifted and Black, and Young, Gifted and Black Too features 100 incredible icons from the original books, plus brand-new extra content including a timeline and a section of questions for reflection and discussion. Author: Jamia WilsonISBN-10: 0711297169ISBN-13: 9780711297166Publisher:...

What you say (and how you say it) has the power to change the world. Democracy gives you that power. Democracy is people power. But does democracy really matter? How does it work? And what exactly is democracy, anyway?! Get set to speak up...

LeBron James has been the face of men's basketball since he first stepped onto the court. In addition to winning four NBA Championships, ten trips to the NBA finals, and two Olympic gold medals, he has become a superstar outside the stadium for speaking...

"A small rural Wisconsin community restores publicly-owned land that has become a dumping ground into a nature trail joining an elementary school and the public library and crossing three distinct ecosystems"--Author: Laurie LawlorISBN-10: 0823459063ISBN-13: 9780823459063Publisher: Holiday HouseLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/17/2024Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.81lbs

Once upon a time in China, there lived a legendary magistrate who was known as Justice Bao! Also known as Bao Zheng, Bao Gong or Bao Qingtian, he was a wise and fearless man who disliked injustice and dishonesty, and he would never stand...

Animal rights activists all around the world are working to end animal suffering. They campaign for laws to protect animal welfare. They work to stop the use of animals in tests for medicines and cosmetics, factory farming, and the use of fur. Many stop...

Compiled by educator and author Liz Kleinrock and author Caroline Kusin Pritchard, this powerful intersectional anthology celebrates thirty-six Jewish heroes--from Tracee Ellis Ross, to Ezra Frech, to Do Gracia Nasi. A first-ever collection that disrupts the narrative of how a Jewish person is perceived,...

Our shopping culture isn't an obvious polluter. There's always more to buy, buy, buy. Kids love trendy clothes, the latest electronics, fast food and even plastic gift cards. Sales draw us in, shiny new gadgets have us going ga-ga and personalized pop-up ads on...

Everyone has a gift. Every gift is different, and every gift is special. Our world needs you to share your gift.What is your gift? How can you use your gift to help others?We Need Everyone empowers children to identify their gifts and use them...

Ableism judges and excludes people who live with disabilities based simply on their disability. Education and awareness are key to understanding disability. Learn how to recognize ableism, and figure out what you can do to be more inclusive.Level 3 readers are aimed at children...

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a powerful tool that's becoming more necessary in our everyday lives. We can run from it, or we can embrace and use it to shape our future. AI has positive potential, and this author introduces the topic for kids and...

Ontario Library Association Best Bets 2021 List.Winner of the International Latino Book Awards' Best Educational Children's Picture Book in English.A fun and inclusive picture book with mixed-ability characters!A bold and colorful exploration of all the ways that people navigate through the spaces around them...

YOU are fighting for equity and equal rights during the turbulent 1960s. How will you take part in this historic battle? Will you join the Freedom Riders to fight segregation on buses? Will you sit in at segregated lunch counters or join the March...

Introduce students to the story of Fannie Lou Hamer! This Grade 4 nonfiction reader details the legacy of this musician and civil rights activist. Includes a fiction story related to the topic a "Civics in Action" activity and more helpful features.Author: Dona Herweck RiceISBN-10:...

It is becoming increasingly apparent that the Earth is in trouble, largely thanks to certain human activities. Climate change is high on many people's list of priorities, but governments and businesses are often slow to enact change. By spreading information and lobbying for change,...

It is becoming increasingly apparent that the Earth is in trouble, largely thanks to certain human activities. Climate change is high on many people's list of priorities, but governments and businesses are often slow to enact change. By spreading information and lobbying for change,...

Censorship is a complicated topic, but it's one that affects young people's lives. Debates about banning books and other kinds of censorship, especially what children should and should not have access to, continue to happen today. Readers are given the tools to better understand...

Censorship is a complicated topic, but it's one that affects young people's lives. Debates about banning books and other kinds of censorship, especially what children should and should not have access to, continue to happen today. Readers are given the tools to better understand...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling team of Andrea Beaty and David Roberts, Sofia Valdez's Big Project Book for Awesome Activists is an empowering, hands-on look at activism and the democratic process Get inspired to make a change in this project book from...

Modern day kids Annie and Nico go on a magical history tour to find out how modern-day India became the way it is. Much of which is due to one man who practiced peaceful resistance... Gandhi. This man, a tireless defender against oppression, fought...

In author Tracey Turner and illustrator Tom Knight's Greta Thunberg, a biography in the First Names series, meet the young Swedish activist who is standing up to climate change! Before she was a well-known environmentalist activist, Greta Thunberg was just a girl living in...

This book explains what voting is, how it works, and examines its influence through the lens of American history. It also challenges kids to wonder: why is it important? and who do you think should be able to vote? Meet A Kids Co., a...

Every day in schools across the country books are challenged for telling stories, centering characters, and tackling topics that feel uncomfortable for some people. This book explains what book banning is and helps start a conversation about how reading and having access to new...

Words are powerful at any age: from the moment we start to talk, we're told to "use our words." But using your words isn't just about asking for something; it's about communicating one's needs--emotionally, spiritually, and practically--and connecting to the world around us. Harold...

A curriculum that builds God's beloved community.Rooted in faith, this five-session formation curriculum is designed to help children in grades K-5 understand their own belovedness and the belovedness of their neighbors. Living God's Dream is a curriculum for children built from activities designed to...

A curriculum that builds God's beloved community. Rooted in faith, this five-session formation curriculum is designed to help children in grades K-5 understand their own belovedness and the belovedness of their neighbors. Living God's Dream is a curriculum for children built from activities designed...

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BOOK FOR KIDS: Join the incredible journey of Martin Luther King Jr. in this captivating and inspiring book for kids!Explore the life of the iconic civil rights leader, from his early years in Atlanta to his historic "I Have a...

Author: Cynthia O'BrienISBN-10: 178121946XISBN-13: 9781781219461Publisher: Brown Bear BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/01/2024Pages: 32Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.52lbsSize: 9.10h x 7.00w x 0.30dReview Citation(s): School Library Journal 04/01/2024 pg. 87

A Great Coloring Book by Kyle Davis, the groundbreaking author of "How to Build a New Black Wall Street."Black Children's Coloring Books for African American Children are unique, where they emphasize intuitive motivational scenes that develop the aspiration potential of each and every one...

Dive headfirst into the history of environmental activism in the Hudson River watershed and learn how you can help organizations like Riverkeeper protect clean water around the globe! Every inch of the United States is in a river's watershed. But in 1966, one of...

Right now, each of us is getting older. Yes, each and every person on the planet! Aging is a completely normal part of living, but because of ageism, some people believe getting older is a problem or something to fear. The experience we gain...

* 2021 EUREKA! Nonfiction Children's Honor Book * * 2021 Notable Social Studies Trade Books * "An enlightening addition to upper elementary and middle school collections for its in-depth look at the Constitution and the U.S. government." - School Library Journal See the U.S....

A first conversation about the importance of Orange Shirt Day -- Every Child Matters and what little ones can expect to see and do on Orange Shirt Day -- The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. An authentic, touch-and-feel board book designed for ages...

Racism is discrimination based on a person's race, color, nationality, or ethnic origin. It affects the way people live, their education, the kind of jobs they get, and how they are treated by police and the law. All around the world, young people are...

Millions of people around the world have been forced to leave their homes, fleeing violence, persecution, or poverty. Over half of all refugees are children. Many migrants and refugees lack rights in their new country and face further discrimination. Activists campaign for migrants and...

"I tell my story not because it is unique, but because it is not. It is the story of many girls" -- Malala Yousuf Zai, Nobel Prize Winner and a global symbol of standing up for your rights. This is her story.Born in the...

Julia was surprised to find an abandoned pet in her new home's chicken coop! Now, she lives with four cats, one dog, and a virtual community of thousands of animal-loving supporters."Chickens Don't Go Meow!" is the first book in the bilingual picture book series...