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Our heroes : how kids are making a difference / by Wilson, Janet,1952-;
True stories of children who opened up their hearts and minds to the unfairness of the world and decided to try and make a difference.LSC
Subjects: Reformers; Children; Social action;
© c2014., Second Story Press,
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 2
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Change sings : a children's anthem / by Gorman, Amanda,1998-author.; Long, Loren,illustrator.;
Ages 4-8.Grades K-1."As a young girl leads a cast of characters on a musical journey, they learn that they have the power to make changes--big or small--in the world, in their communities, and in most importantly, in themselves"--
Subjects: Stories in rhyme.; Change; Social action; Music; Youths' writings.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Waste and pollution / by Amson-Bradshaw, Georgia.; Butler, Mimi.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Explains many kinds of waste and pollution and how it can affect the planet in an age-appropriate way, and also gives readers tips on how to stand against the many ways human activities can harm Earth.
Subjects: Environmentalism; Environmental protection; Social action;
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Dangerous memory : coming of age in the decade of greed / by Angus, Charlie,1962-author.;
Includes bibliographical references."The 1980s is remembered with nostalgia as a harmless decade of big hair, colourful clothes, and catchy pop songs. It was anything but. In Dangerous Memory, Charlie Angus undertakes a major rethink of the cultural and political shifts of an era that unleashed an unprecedented looting of the economy, the environment, and the common good that continue to haunt North Americans today. But the 1980s was also a time of resistance, creativity, and hope. In a world that stood on the brink of global annihilation, millions of ordinary people stepped up to save the planet and fight for human rights. As an idealistic eighteen-year-old, Charlie Angus quit school to play in a punk band and work with the homeless and refugees in Toronto's east end. Expertly weaving his story within the larger narrative of the times, Angus traces today's economic, environmental, and social problems to their roots in the 1980s. Planting the seeds of change, he challenges us to take action to confront widespread injustice and massive systemic inequity to create a better world"--
Subjects: Angus, Charlie, 1962-; Environmental justice.; Equality.; Nineteen eighties.; Social action.; Social justice.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Harry Chapin: When in Doubt, Do Something. by Korn, Rick,film director.; Joel, Billy,actor.; Belafonte, Harry,actor.; Chapin, Harry,actor.; Benatar, Pat,actor.; levelFILM (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Billy Joel, Harry Belafonte, Harry Chapin, Pat BenatarOriginally produced by levelFILM in 2020.Tells the story of singer/songwriter/activist Harry Chapin's dedication to trying to end world hunger before his tragic passing.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Arts.; Social sciences.; Music.; Human rights.; Documentary films.; Artists.; History.; Social action.; Biography.;
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You can be an activist : how to use your strengths & passions to make a difference / by Rocha, Charlene.; Leatherdale, Mary Beth.; Shannon, Drew,1988-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.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.
Subjects: Activism; Soical justice; Social action; Children;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The Right to Read. by Mackenzie, Jenny,film director.; Tribeca Films (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Originally produced by Tribeca Films in 2023.In this documentary, NAACP activist Kareem Weaver sets out to reform the low reading scores in his home of Oakland, California. Featuring stories from Weaver's own life, a teacher and two American families, THE RIGHT TO READ dives into the fight to provide our youngest generation with the most foundational skill for life-long success: the ability to read.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Enthnology.; Social sciences.; Education.; Sociology.; Documentary films.; Educational films.; Ethnicity.; Current affairs.; Teachers.; Social action.;
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Joe Bell [videorecording] / by Ahrens, Ryan,film producer.; Britton, Connie,actor.; Daniels, Eva Maria,film producer.; Fukunaga, Cary Joji,1977-film producer.; Green, Reinaldo Marcus,1981-film director.; Jenkins, Maxwell,actor.; Levinson, Stephen,film producer.; Lily, Morgan,2000-actor.; Lundberg, Daniela Taplin,film producer.; Marker, Riva,1978-film producer.; McMurtry, Larry,screenwriter.; Miller, Reid,actor.; Ossana, Diana,screenwriter.; Rigney, Igby,actor.; Sinise, Gary,actor.; Wahlberg, Mark,1971-film producer,actor.; Argent Pictures,presenter.; Closest to the Hole Productions,production company.; Endeavor Content (Firm),presenter.; Hercules Film Fund (Firm),presenter.; Leverage Entertainment,production company.; Nine Stories (Firm),production company.; Parliament of Owls (Firm),production company.; Rhea Films (United States),presenter.; Stay Gold Features,production company.; Videoville Showtime,publisher.; VisionChaos (Firm),production company.;
Director of photography, Jacques Jouffret ; editor, Mark Sanger ; music, Antonio Pinto.Mark Wahlberg, Reid Miller, Connie Britton, Maxwell Jenkins, Gary Sinise, Igby Rigney, Morgan Lily.Mark Wahlberg plays the rough-edged Oregon-based father who pays tribute to his gay teenage son Jadin by embarking on a walk across America to speak his heart to heartland adults and students about the potential terrifying high costs of bullying.Canadian Home Video Rating: PG.DVD ; wide screen presentation ; Dolby Digital 5.1.
Subjects: Biographical films.; Feature films.; Fiction films.; Video recordings for the hearing impaired.; Bullying; Fathers and sons; Gay teenagers; Social action; Teenagers;
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Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Can't take that away / by Salvatore, Steven.;
When Carey Parker, a genderqueer teen who dreams of being a diva like their hero Mariah Carey, is cast as the female lead in the school musical, they must fight against discrimination and injustice from their closed-minded school administration.LSC
Subjects: Gender-nonconforming youth; Gender identity; Prejudices; Social action; Musicals; High schools;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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The creative instigator's handbook : a DIY guide to making social change through art / by Prain, Leanne,author.;
"From the co-creator of the seminal craftivism book Yarn Bombing: a guide for creatives to making impactful, socially engaged art projects. Flash mobs come and go, but purposeful creativity can change communities. Are you a creative (aspiring or otherwise) who is curious about how you can apply your skills to activist, socially engaged art projects? Whether you paint, sew, sing, build, weld, or rhyme, The Creative Instigator's Handbook explores how to take that big project you've been dreaming about and actually make it happen. In response to the challenging times that we live in, Make It Meaningful will inspire readers to use their creativity to spur change in the world around them. Guiding readers through the various aspects of a project from ideation to final documentation, the book examines the relationship between creative leadership, community art projects, and social justice, and includes the perspectives of 23 creative instigators who have stretched the boundaries of what art should or shouldn't do. Bold and imaginative, The Creative Instigator's Handbook will appeal to creatives willing to expand their comfort zones by jumping into the fray and doing some outrageous, inspired rabble-rousing of their very own."--
Subjects: Artists and community.; Artists; Arts and society.; Arts; Political art.; Social action.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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