Social Activism & Volunteering - Teens

Boot Prints on the Heart chronicles 25 years of ministry to youth who've experienced trauma. Be ready to cry, laugh and cheer as you read stories of transformation and hope from Teen Reach Adventure Camp and T.R.A.C.life mentoring. As Wendy McMahan, President of For...

The old world is crumbling.Schools disappear. Long-held beliefs lose their grip. Across society, change gathers momentum - not as rebellion alone, but as something stranger: the emergence of new ways to live, learn and imagine.Milla and her friends find themselves at the centre of...

The Future Begins With You is a heartfelt and thought-provoking call to a generation standing at the crossroads of history.Written for Cambodia's youth-and for all who care about the soul of a nation-this book explores a fundamental truth: no country rises above the character...

Discover the riveting tale behind one of the most compelling legal battles in the world of professional sports. In Net Worth at Stake: Simona Halep's $10 Million Legal Battle, delve into the dramatic saga of tennis superstar Simona Halep as she confronts a formidable...

OVERCOMING LIMITATIONS: THE ART OF SELFLESS FRIENDSHIPS.Seeking deep friendships in a place where the sound of silence frequently drowns out the sounds of laughter can be likened to exploring uncharted territory. The common emotion of loneliness has permeated our lives, and finding genuine connections...

Growing up in Louisiana, the divisions were palpable-racial, economic, and social fault lines crisscrossed our communities like scars etched into the landscape. As an 18-year-old black male, navigating this fractured reality has been both a challenge and a lesson in resilience. In telling my...

The Guardians of Greenlake are back in an all-new adventure that blends mystery, history, and environmental action!Addison, Aubrey, and Adaley, the dedicated young environmentalists known as the Guardians of Greenlake, have successfully tackled modern pollution and saved their beloved lake from industrial threats. But...

Addison, Aubrey, and Adaley, three determined tween girls, have dedicated themselves to protecting Greenlake and their community from the dangers of pollution. After tackling the pollution caused by a nearby factory, they now face a new and mysterious threat: harmful algae blooms that jeopardize...

"Wake Up, Rise Up, and Rewrite the Rules!" Dive into your ultimate guide to smashing injustice, sparking change, and living your truth at school. The WOKE Student Handbook by Ashanti Onawa is a call to arms for students ready to confront inequity head-on. Whether...

Dandelions. Most people call them weeds-troublesome plants that don't belong, that should be pulled up, sprayed away, and tossed aside. They see a bright yellow flower and think, "Get rid of it." But what if we took a closer look?Dandelions aren't just "weeds." They're...

Author: Angela RoskoISBN-13: 9798992914818Publisher: Angela Rosko BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/20/2026Pages: 184Format: PaperbackWeight: 1.00lbsSize: 10.00h x 7.00w x 0.48d

The School of Soft Power: Athena's Canadian Code is a heart-lifting Continuon tale where compassion becomes technology, kindness becomes curriculum, and the next generation of girls learns to wield emotional intelligence as a world-shaping force.Fresh from her empathy tour across Canada, Athena-the Canadian AI...

Discover the Power of Heritage and Identity.Sankofa: To Go Back and Get It.Celebrate the beauty and strength of African heritage with Sankofa, a vibrant and inspiring illustrated children's book. Designed to empower and uplift, this book introduces young readers to the rich cultural roots...

In Cold City, where Citizens have guns and npcs have mops, a rebellious teenage parkour and graffiti artist sparks a revolution. From the author of the Generation Dead series, Break My Heart 1000 Times, and I Still See You comes an anti-gun graffiti artist...

Amin and Havva fall in love in a country where love must hide.Married in secret inside an old bookstore in Iraq, they risk everything to escape a life bound by fear, tradition, and silence. When they arrive in New York City, freedom finally feels...

She is nine years old-and suddenly, the King's most dangerous threat.Ruth lives by a simple rule: truth should be held, not hidden.Are her beliefs stronger than the King's power?For young readers: A fable about the virtues of truth and trust.For adult readers: An accurate...

Society says: solitude is an epidemic that needs to be cured. But what if, for you, it's a conscious choice?The Manifesto of Solitude is a revolutionary exploration that challenges the cultural imperative of connectedness. Based on interviews with people from 20 countries and scientific...

Welcome to Warriors of Change: Breaking Chains, a book that's part rebellion, part revolution and 100% unapologetically honest.This outlandish tale follows four teens-Milla, Holger, Sunny and Sky-who refuse to conform to the rigid expectations of secondary schooling.When they're sentenced to six years of a...

HEROES IN THE MAKING: THE FORMATION OF HAITI'S FIVE YOUNG HEROES (2014) A story that transcends time, a legacy that transforms the present and the future Have you ever wondered how history-far from being merely a collection of dates and forgotten names-can become a...

This powerful anthology illuminates today's activist experience through the poetry and essays of our most vital and essential youth.Through compelling poetry, 18 young writers of color plant their resistance in the soil of our uncertain future. They tackle disparities across lines of gender and...

In the 1950s, Reverend James Lawson wanted to build a fairer world. After learning about Mohandas Gandhi's successful nonviolent resistance to injustice in India, he knew something similar could work in the United States. He trained other young civil rights activists to become nonviolent...

Showing students the human side of immigration debates, service-learning opportunities with immigrant and migrant communities can offer an enormously rewarding experience to participants. In addition to enhancing discussions on immigration that can take place in history, social studies, language, political science, economics, or other...

A Junior Library Guild Selection "Highly recommended for readers passionate about activism." -- SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL, Starred Review "Sure to inspire today's youthful generation of tenacious changemakers." -- BOOKLIST, Starred Review "The messages of hope are universal." -- PUBLISHERS WEEKLY, Starred Review "A timely...

They say knowledge is power. But in society today there is a famine of knowledge that citizens need to live well. The traditional media are filled with inconsequential fluff. That's why those in the serious news business frequently are asked "how can I do...

Veterans and military families have a wealth of stories and history to offer students and certain needs that can be filled by energetic, engaged, and caring young people. This type of service learning helps students put their history and social studies education into context....

In recent years, George Clooney has become politically engaged, lending his energy, money, and name to a number of humanitarian, environmental, and liberal causes. Chief among these is his valiant effort to alert the world to a humanitarian crisis that has been raging virtually...

In the 1950s, Reverend James Lawson wanted to build a fairer world. After learning about Mohandas Gandhi's successful nonviolent resistance to injustice in India, he knew something similar could work in the United States. He trained other young civil rights activists to become nonviolent...

Pope Francis appears to be fully welcoming the LGBTQI community in the Catholic Church in his media interviews and writings. However, a closer sociological analysis would reveal that he remains conservative in his moral doctrine and resistant to LGBTQI inclusivity with his continued subscription...

An inclusive guide to menstruation and what makes everyone's experience unique Despite what you might have been taught, periods do not happen in a vacuum. While it's important to know the facts of menstruation, it's just as important to take a holistic, inclusive, and...

Approachable, fun, and practical, Innovation for Everyone is a next-generation guide for students to take action within their communities using innovation. Young inventor and author, Neha Shukla, is passionate about doing her part to address global challenges with science and technology. Her innovations and...

Author: Elizabeth RuschISBN-10: 0063220911ISBN-13: 9780063220911Publisher: Greenwillow BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/12/2026Pages: 336Format: PaperbackAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 7.7Point Value: 11Interest Level: Upper GradeQuiz #/Name: 553900 / Greater Goal: The Epic Battle for Equal Pay in Women's Soccer--And Beyond

Young Muslim Voices, Volume 11 features the winning essays from the Mafiq Foundation Essay Panel Contest (EPC), years 2023-2025. It showcases the insight and creativity of youth around the world. Covering topics such as environmental responsibility, Muslim legacies, and the lasting impact of leadership,...

Author: Jaquair GilletteISBN-13: 9798232931025Publisher: Jaquair GilletteLanguage: EnglishPublished: 01/15/2026Pages: 48Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.17lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.12d

"Meta-Consciousness, much like Black Consciousness, is fundamentally the awakening of an individual to the deeper awareness of their collective identity and the forces that shape their reality. Just as Black Consciousness arises from the recognition of the need for Black people to unite against...

In a city filled with nightmares...., it's hard to live out your dreams while still trying to survive. Chicago, I Have a Dream Too! is a compilation book filled with personal stories of survival and strength written by 14 young Black authors who have...

The young adult edition of the unconventionally honest, deeply personal, and sharply funny account from Michigan governor and rising Democratic star Gretchen Whitmer "will appeal to readers interested in politics and those seeking insights on leadership and attaining success" (Kirkus Reviews). When Gretchen Whitmer...

A collective learning resource that offers inquiries about diasporic identity and belonging aimed at practicing global solidarityWhat does it mean to be in diaspora? How do our identities and aspirations for belonging unfold during times of collective upheaval?In her lifelong search for solidarity, educator...

The Book of Awesome Latinas is an inspiring collection of stories that highlights the achievements of over 50 extraordinary Latinas and Latine femmes from around the globe. From trailblazing scientists to revolutionary activists, each person featured in this book has broken barriers, defied expectations,...

"Helpful and hopeful." --John Green, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Fault in Our StarsA Better World Is Possible is a comprehensive and graphic novel guide on climate change and what you can do about it. As climate change quickens--bringing with it extreme...

A young woman activist takes on her government and the world's most powerful sports body, FIFA, to fight for women and girl's rights in her country. The sister of one of Iran's biggest soccer stars describes her battle against the stadium ban in a...

Author: Gayatri SethiISBN-10: 1949528057ISBN-13: 9781949528053Publisher: First Person PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/03/2026Pages: 264Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.79lbsSize: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.60d

Restorative Justice for Juveniles"Restorative Justice for Juveniles" by Dr. Maxwell Shimba is a compelling exploration of how restorative justice can serve as an effective, humane alternative to the punitive juvenile justice system. Dr. Shimba emphasizes that traditional criminal justice, with its focus on punishment...

"Helpful and hopeful." --John Green, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Fault in Our StarsA Better World Is Possible is a comprehensive and graphic novel guide on climate change and what you can do about it. As climate change quickens--bringing with it extreme...

Learn about the history and future of reproductive justice. Reproductive rights guarantee individuals the freedom to make decisions about their bodies and reproductive health. These rights include access to safe and effective health care, the ability to choose whether or when to have children,...

For thousands of years, animals have played vital roles in human lives, yet many have also faced mistreatment and exploitation. Animal rights activists champion that all animals deserve to live free from human-caused cruelty and suffering. They emphasize treating animals with respect, allowing them...

How did Hitler and the Nazi Party convince millions of people that the murder of Jews during the Holocaust was not only justifiable but correct? What can we learn from one of the most horrific times in history? Can Posters Kill? uses rare, historical...

"This is what justice looks like. We are told we live in an age of few if any heroes, but Raymond Santana is a real genuine hero. His story is one of unbelievable courage in the face of rampant injustice and impressive resilience as...

"This is what justice looks like. We are told we live in an age of few if any heroes, but Raymond Santana is a real genuine hero. His story is one of unbelievable courage in the face of rampant injustice and impressive resilience as...

How does political extremism erode democracy? And what are people doing to stop it? Throughout history, North American nations have faced serious threats to their democracy, including voter suppression and political extremism. Between Extremes explores how these nations have navigated threats to their democratic...

"Each demand to ban a book is a demand to deny each person's constitutionally protected right to choose and read books that raise important issues and lift up the voices of those who are often silenced." --Deborah Caldwell-Stone, director of the ALA Office for...