Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You! (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781338136890)

Marley Dias, the powerhouse girl-wonder who started the #1000blackgirlbooks campaign, speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true

Marley Dias, the powerhouse girl-wonder who started the #1000blackgirlbooks campaign, speaks to kids about her passion for making our world a better place, and how to make their dreams come true In this accessible guide with an introduction by Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Ava DuVernay, Marley Dias explores activism, social justice, volunteerism, equity and inclusion, and using social media for good. Drawing from her experience, Marley shows kids how they can galvanize their strengths to make positive changes in their communities, while getting support from parents, teachers, and friends to turn dreams into reality. Focusing on the importance of literacy and diversity, Marley offers suggestions on book selection, and delivers hands-on strategies for becoming a lifelong reader.

Author: Marley Dias
ISBN-10: 1338136895
ISBN-13: 9781338136890
Publisher: Scholastic Press
Language: English
Published: 01/30/2018
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.80w x 0.50d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.6
Point Value: 5
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 195697 / Marley Dias Gets It Done: And So Can You!


Review Citation(s):
Shelf Awareness 01/26/2018
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/0001
Publishers Weekly 01/29/2018
School Library Journal 02/01/2018 pg. 120
Booklist 03/01/2018 pg. 43