Mother Jones and Her Army of Mill Children

Reach for this book when your child expresses a deep sense of indignation over an unfair rule at school or when they notice someone being treated poorly. It is a powerful tool for channeling big feelings of anger into constructive action and community organizing. The story follows Mary Harris Jones as she leads a march of child workers from Pennsylvania to New York to protest the harsh conditions of 1903 textile mills. Through stirirng prose and folk-style illustrations, the book explores themes of collective bravery and the power of a single voice. While the historical context of child labor is sobering, the focus remains on the resilience and agency of the children and their leader. It is a perfect choice for parents who want to introduce social justice history through a lens of empowerment rather than just victimhood, suitable for children ages 4 to 9.