The Young Activist’s Dictionary of Social Justice
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Author Description
A Is for Ally, Advocate, Anti-Racist, Ancestors, and Assembly Using simple explanations and appealing illustrations in a familiar A-to-Z format, The Young Activist's Dictionary of Social Justice will teach kids the new vocabulary of change. Developed in collaboration with Ryse Tottingham, LGBTQ+ advocate and antibias, anti-racist educator, this essential new resource is packed with easily understandable definitions of timely concepts. Each beautifully designed spread represents a letter and provides concise, age-appropriate definitions, with subject matter spanning issues like racial justice, climate change, gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, income disparity, voter engagement, and immigration. In addition to information, the pages are full of inspiration: Bite-sized bios accompany key terms, illuminating the stories of justice advocates who got involved with a cause at a young age. Infographics and sidebars bring complementary concepts to life. And with the rich resource section in the back, kids can read more about how to take action on the cause that's meaningful to them. Read on, and let's work together for a more equal world for all. Featuring 15 young activist from around the world: Greta Thunberg (Climate justice) Malala Yousafzai (Education) Audrey Faye Hendricks (Arrest) Claudette Colvin (Boycott) Iqbal Masih (Child labor) Mari Copeny (Environmental racism) Parkland Survivors (Gun control) Ruby Bridges (Integration) Frederick Douglass (Literacy) John Lewis (Nonviolence) Clara Lemlich (Organize) Marley Dias (Representation) Dolores Huerta (Strike) Jazz Jennings (Transition) Autumn Peltier (Water protector)
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
The Young Activist’s Dictionary of Social Justice introduces young readers to the vocabulary of social change through an accessible A-to-Z format. Developed with an LGBTQ+ advocate and educator, this resource provides clear definitions for complex concepts like racial justice, climate change, and gender equality. Each spread pairs definitions with inspiring profiles of young activists and visual aids to deepen understanding. The book aims to empower children with knowledge and encourage them to take action for a more equitable world.
THE SCOPE MAP
- Definitions of key social justice terms from A to Z, including Ally, Advocate, Anti-Racist, Ancestors, and Assembly.
- Age-appropriate explanations of topics such as racial justice, climate change, gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, income disparity, voter engagement, and immigration.
- Concise, beautifully designed spreads for each letter of the alphabet.
- Bite-sized biographies of young justice advocates, highlighting their early involvement in causes.
- Infographics and sidebars to illustrate complementary concepts.
- A resource section at the back to guide children on how to take action.
- Features profiles of 15 young activists from around the world, including Greta Thunberg, Malala Yousafzai, and Marley Dias.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The book is designed as an essential resource for young readers eager to understand and engage with social justice issues. Its A-to-Z format and collaboration with an experienced educator ensure that complex topics are presented in an accessible and age-appropriate manner. The inclusion of young activist profiles and actionable resources aims to inspire and empower children to become agents of change. The overall approach emphasizes education, inspiration, and practical engagement with contemporary social and environmental concerns.
Page Count:
64
Publication Date:
2022-04-12
Publisher:
duopress
ISBN-10:
1950500942
ISBN-13:
9781950500949
Non-Fiction
Children's
Social justice
Activism
Vocabulary
Civics
Community Tags
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