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Moses: The Long Road to Freedom
Ann Keay Beneduce
For the child exploring their faith or questioning what it means to stand up for justice, this retelling brings a powerf
Ages 5–9
Into the Streets: A Young Person's Visual History of Protest in the United States
Marke Bieschke
For the teen asking how they can make a difference, this visual history explores how public protests have shaped the Ame
Ages 12–18
Sing and Shout: The Mighty Voice of Paul Robeson
Susan Goldman Rubin
For the child who wants to understand how art can be a force for change, this biography explores the life of a performer
Ages 8–12
A Crack in the Sea
A Tear in the Ocean
H. M. Bouwman
For the child who feels the weight of big problems, like fixing the environment or helping their community, and needs to
Ages 8–12
Precious Gold, Precious Jade
Sharon E. Heisel
For the child questioning why people are treated differently because of their background. A young girl navigates the mor
Ages 10–14
Fannie Never Flinched
Mary Cronk Farrell
For the child who asks why things aren't fair at school or home, this history of a fearless labor leader shows the power
Ages 10–14
Bodyguard Unit, The: Edith Garrud, Women's Suffrage, and Jujitsu
Clément Xavier, Lisa Lugrin
For the child curious about how people fight for fairness when things are stacked against them, this true story shows th
Ages 10–16
Antiracist Kid, The: A Book About Identity, Justice, and Activism
Tiffany Jewell
For the child noticing unfairness in the world, this vibrant guide provides clear language to understand identity, chall
Ages 6–10
The 57 Bus: A True Story of Two Teenagers and the Crime That Changed Their Lives
Dashka Slater
For the teenager grappling with the complexity of justice and identity. This true story explores a life-altering inciden
Ages 14–18
Bone by Bone by Bone
Tony Johnston
For the child navigating a world where adults hold unfair prejudices, this story explores the weight of choosing loyalty
Ages 10–14
In Our Mothers' House
Patricia Polacco
For the child who needs to see that families come in many forms, all rooted in love and the shared joys of home.
Ages 5–9
To Boldly Go: How Nichelle Nichols and Star Trek Helped Advance Civil Rights
Angela Dalton
For the child who wonders if their small part matters, this inspiring story shows how staying the course can change hist
Ages 4–8
Black & White: The Confrontation between Reverend Fred L. Shuttlesworth and Eugene "Bull" Connor
Larry Dane Brimner
For the child questioning why rules are sometimes unfair, this powerful history explores the brave fight for equality th
Ages 10–14
Rise Up! The Art of Protest in collaboration with Amnesty International
Jo Rippon
For the young person looking to change the world, this visual history shows how art can fuel movements for justice, envi
Ages 10–18
I Am Here Now
Barbara Bottner
For the teenager navigating a volatile home life, this verse novel offers a raw look at finding artistic strength and re
Ages 12–18
Viral
Ann Bausum
For the teen seeking to understand the history of the HIV/AIDS crisis, the courage of activists, and the fight for justi
Ages 12–18
My Uncle Martin's Words for America: Martin Luther King Jr.'s Niece Tells How He Made a Difference
Angela Farris Watkins
For the child curious about how words can change the world, this niece's perspective introduces the power of Dr. King's
Ages 5–9
Shooter
Walter Dean Myers
For parents and educators navigating the complex aftermath of school violence and the quiet signals of teenagers in cris
Ages 14–18
Dear Malala, We Stand with You
Rosemary McCarney
For children beginning to notice global inequality, this powerful photo-essay uses a collective letter to show the brave
Ages 6–10
Aviary, The
Kathleen O'Dell
For the child who feels confined by rules or their surroundings, this atmospheric mystery encourages searching for the t
Ages 8–12
Dreams of Freedom: In Words and Pictures
Amnesty International
For the child curious about why fairness matters, this anthology uses moving words and vibrant art to explain our fundam
Ages 6–12
Fighting with Love: The Legacy of John Lewis
Lesa Cline-Ransome
For the child questioning why things are unfair and how they can make a difference. This vibrant biography shows how cho
Ages 4–8
Together: An Inspiring Response to the "Separate-but-Equal" Supreme Court Decision that Divided America
Amy Nathan
For the student curious about the roots of unfair laws and how descendants of history can come together to mend the past
Ages 10–15
I Am #4
I Am Love: A Book of Compassion
Susan Verde
For children processing big feelings like fear or loneliness, this gentle guide shows how love can be a superpower for k
Ages 4–8
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