Social Activism & Volunteering - Teens

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...

An empowering book about tackling tricky conversations with confidence. Change starts with dialogue, and someone who knows this all too well is writer, activist and model, Munroe Bergdorf. While you might think that conversations won't change lives or shake up the systems, these little...

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....

Students desiring to design and participate in a service learning project will find vital inspiration and expert guidance in this information-packed resource. Real-life examples of students engaged in special needs and disability-centered service learning projects provide readers with first-hand information. They'll learn what is...

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...

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...

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...

"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...

We need to talk... about race - in fact, following the murder of George Floyd and the global outcry since, it has almost become impossible not to.But when Ben Lindsay began talking to his nine-year-old son about the content of his book, he paused:...

In February 2023, Crystal McCrory Jones was found dead under suspicious circumstances-her death quickly ruled a suicide. But those who knew her best, including her devoted sister Jana, refused to accept the official narrative. Justice Denied is the gripping true story of a family's...

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection What makes a good speech? Better yet, what makes an effective speech? A speech can inform, entertain, educate. But effective speeches inspire an audience to act and build a sense of community. The climate crisis is a...

Act up! Fight back! Fight AIDS! This was the slogan for ACT UP--or AIDS Coalition to Unleash Power--an activist organization that emerged in the 1980s during the height of the AIDS epidemic. The group was loud, direct, and confrontational as it fought for access...

This is a book about power. This is a book about imagination. This is a book about resurrection. This is a book that believes in our ability to change by moving in the direction toward what we most want. This is a book about...

What makes a good speech? Better yet, what makes an effective speech? A speech can inform, entertain, educate. But effective speeches inspire an audience to act and build a sense of community. The climate crisis is a pressing issue, and the ability to successfully...

In Made to Lead, James Hardy, drawing from his own life experiences, delivers an urgent and heartfelt guide to help Black youth navigate the dangerous allure of gang life. He shares his personal journey of being pulled into gangs at the young age of...

Are you ready to change the world? For centuries, passionate people have made a difference by caring about the planet and its people. Like them, you too can change the world. Discover 50 unique strategies that more than 70 changemakers from over 20 countries...

How did we go from peach baskets to breakaway rims? From underhand lobs to 100-mph fastballs? The history of sports is full of hard-won victories, but they weren't all about being the fastest or scoring the most points. Lavishly illustrated, They Changed the Game...