Books for Standing Up for Others

In the fight for the vote, a group of brave British suffragists master the art of jujitsu to defend themselves on the fr

In 1959 North Carolina, thirteen-year-olds Jackie and Thomas attempt to build a real friendship while facing the heavy p

Tessa risks everything to find her missing best friend, launching a dangerous investigation into a rogue organization th

The most startling thing you will learn is how medical neglect and social stigma shaped the early years of the HIV/AIDS

A young Ankylosaur must use all his strength to protect a vulnerable elder from the jaws of a hungry Tyrannosaur.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s niece shares his most famous words and his role in the civil rights movement through vibran

Two lives collide on an Oakland bus in this gripping account of a real-life crime that forced a community to reckon with

Amid the grit of the gold rush, a fourteen-year-old girl’s new friendship with a Chinese peer reveals the painful realit

The most fascinating thing about Paul Robeson is how he used his world-famous singing voice to fight for civil rights ac

For children learning about courage and how one person can make a difference, this book gently introduces the history of

In the heat of 1936 Louisiana, fourteen-year-old Nissa finds the courage to stand up against racial prejudice in her com

Ordinary people hold the power to change laws by taking to the streets, using marches and protests to fight for their be

Nichelle Nichols almost left her role on Star Trek until a chance meeting with Martin Luther King Jr. showed her the imp

Fourteen-year-old Libby faces a gut-wrenching choice between keeping a promise to her best friend and revealing a secret

When a boy's inseparable best friend is kidnapped after a false accusation, he must embark on a high-stakes mission to s

The courageous true story of Hannah Senesh follows her journey from a young woman to a Resistance heroine and martyr dur

For the teen seeking to understand the history of pride and the legal battles for equality. This guide explains how soci

For parents and educators needing a stark, honest way to discuss the far-reaching impact of the drug trade and addiction

For teens grappling with global news, this book shares first-hand accounts of Palestinian youth protecting their homes a

Savannah battles microaggressions and white privilege at an elite college while trying to fulfill her mother's hopes for

The children of a Jewish family share the moving true story of the unlikely hero who risked everything to keep them safe

Bold red and black illustrations capture the chilling wave of hysteria and fear that gripped Salem Village during the in

Follow the heartwarming traditions and everyday milestones of a family with two mothers as they build a life filled with

For children who have noticed people living on the street and are asking how they can help while staying safe. This stor