voluntarism

"Volunteering fosters valuable community connections and has been a unique part of America's culture from the nation's founding. Students will learn how they can take part in volunteering opportunities and how volunteering can directly help their communities in this . . . text written especially for young readers. Color photographs help students fully grasp reasons to give their time to causes they care about. Glossary terms throughout the text will also help readers develop vocabulary skills. After reading this book, students will have a better understanding of the role volunteering plays in American civic life"--Provided by publisher.

"Brad Aronson's life changed in an instant when his wife, Mia, was diagnosed with leukemia. After her diagnosis, Brad spent most of the next two and a half years either by her side as she received treatment or trying to shield their five-year-old son, Jack, from the worst of Mia's illness. Amid the stress and despair of waiting for the treatment to work, Brad and Mia were met by an outpouring of kindness from friends, family and even complete strangers. Inspired by the many demonstrations of "human kindness" that supported their family through Mia's recovery, Brad began writing about the people who rescued his family from that dark time, often with the smallest of gestures. But he didn't stop there. Knowing that simple acts of kindness transform lives across the globe every day, he sought out these stories and shares some of the best ones here"--Provided by publisher.

"In a story inspired by her own family's desire to help others, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor takes young readers on a journey through a neighborhood where kids and adults, activists and bus drivers, friends and strangers all help one another to build a better world for themselves and their community"--Provided by publisher.

"From helping homeless pets to assisting injured wildlife, there are many ways to volunteer with animals. Some people help scientists track wild animal populations, while others help zoos teach people about the importance of conservation. [This book] . . . examines different volunteer opportunities and how to get involved."--.

"From helping at a homeless shelter to helping make sure an area gets enough funding to support its homeless population, there are many ways to volunteer for the homeless. Some people organize events that gather donations for the homeless, while others help serve homeless people food. [This book] . . . examines different volunteer opportunities and how to get involved"--.

"From helping an elderly neighbor to comforting people in their last days, there are many ways to volunteer for the elderly. Some people lead activities at assisted living places or nursing homes, while others simply sit and chat with residents. 'Volunteering for the Elderly' examines different volunteer opportunities and how to get involved"--Provided by publisher.

Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces volunteering to young readers through leveled text and related photos.

Thirteen-year-old Eddie's Mitzvah Project takes him to Silver Brook retirement home, where his assumptions about the elderly are upended by a ghost, a thief, long-running disagreements, and unexpected romance.

"Girls have the power to make a difference, whether that's in their own lives, their community, or even the world! But it can be confusing to know where to start. From protecting our planet to helping animals to saying hello to someone whoseems lonely, this book offers young readers lots of ideas -- big and small -- on how to spark change"--Amazon.

"When Jeremiah arrives in Minneapolis to spend the summer with his Dad, everything feels odd. His dad's fianc?, Michael, is deep into wedding plans. Jeremiah feels out of place. Never one to make new friends easily, he starts volunteering in an English class for refugees. Here, Jeremiah finds unexpected friendship. [This book] is about exploring your place in the world and the tangled ways we connect"--Provided by publisher.