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You can be an activist : how to use your strengths & passions to make a difference  Cover Image Book Book

You can be an activist : how to use your strengths & passions to make a difference / written by Charlene Rocha and Mary Beth Leatherdale ; illustrated by Drew Shannon.

Rocha, Charlene. (Author). Leatherdale, Mary Beth. (Added Author). Shannon, Drew, 1988- (Added Author).

Summary:

Here's the definitive handbook for young activists who want to make a difference but don't know where to begin. It covers everything from choosing a cause and doing the research, to deciding on a goal, and then making a plan to get it done. Along the way, readers will encounter loads of practical tips on handling specific tasks, like creating a petition, and larger responsibilities, like leading a team. There are also important discussion about essential topics such as intersectionality, privilege and allyship. Written in the encouraging, friendly tone of a peer, this book is sure to inform and inspire budding activists - and open their eyes to what's possible! Written by youth activist Charlene Rocha and award-winning author Mary Beth Leatherdale, this guide demystifies activism for budding social justice campaigners and climate advocates, and encourages readers to bring their own passions and interests to their work. Drew Shannon's illustrations bring a sense of fun to the topic, and the comprehensive text is presented in chunks and sidebars, with engaging quizzes, prompts, lists, templates, profiles and interviews throughout. The book supports young readers in learning more about issues such as queer rights, feminism and Black Lives Matter. The back matter includes an extensive list of resources, a checklist of next steps, a glossary and an index. Part of the CitizenKid collection, this book aligns with the themes of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9781525308406 (pbk.)
  • Physical Description: 112 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
  • Publisher: Toronto, ON : Kids Can Press, 2024.

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Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subject: Activism > Juvenile literature.
Soical justice > Juvenile literature.
Social action > Juvenile literature.
Children > Political activity > Juvenile literature.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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