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Ordinary equality

the fearless women who shaped the U.S. Constitution and the Equal Rights Amendment
2022
"Helps teach about the past, present, and future of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) through the lives of bold fearless women. Based on author Kate Kelly's acclaimed podcast of the same name, Ordinary Equality recounts a story a century in the making-about how constitutional equality for women and Americans of all marginalized genders has been systematically undermined for the past 100-plus years, and the current movement to put it back on the table and get it across the finish line"--Provided by publisher.

I color myself different

This joyful celebration of black and brown lives is based on real events in the famous athlete and activist's young life and reveals the power of radical self-love and knowing your self-worth.
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Colin Kaepernick

football star
"Describes the life and career of National Football League quarterback Colin Kaepernick, including his time with the San Francisco 49ers and his activism protesting police brutality"--Provided by publisher.

I am Malala Yousafzai

"Malala Yousafzai won the Nobel Peace Prize at the age of seventeen for speaking out against injustice even when it was terrifying to do so. She was an ordinary Muslim girl who wanted to attend school, and she refused to stop protesting for her rights even after being attacked by a powerful group in Pakistan who wanted women to remain in the shadows. She continues to fight for women's rights and free education for children all over the world"--Provided by publisher.

Muhammad Ali

Explores the life and career of Muhammad Ali, including his impact on the civil rights movement, his philanthropic endeavors, and much more.

Muhammad Ali

the greatest of all time!
"This graphic novel follows the life of Muhammad Ali as he became a world heavyweight boxing champion, activist, and philanthropist"-- Provided by publisher.

Malala Yousafzai

Looks as the life of Malala Yousafzai, a young Pakistani woman who was shot by the Taliban for sharing her views about education for and the unfair treatment of girls and women and won the Nobel Peace Prize.

I can be heard

brave activists who stood up for their beliefs
2019
Using your voice to stand up for what's right is challenging. One voice can become weak when many loud voices drown it out, yet it can take just one voice to inspire others and make change happen. The inspirational biographies in this book will motivate readers to be a voice in their communities, in their classrooms, and in the world beyond. Featured activists include Harriet Tubman, Mohatma Gandhi, Malala Yousafzai, and Greta Thunberg. They were especially chosen to appeal to readers and expand their knowledge of issues around the world. Activities, quotes, and cartoon characters featured throughout add to the attractive design and learning experience.

Michelle Obama

"Perhaps best known for being a former First Lady, Michelle Obama is also an incredible leader, writer, and advocate. Readers of this . . . volume get a . . . look into her life--from growing up in Chicago's South Side and later attending Princeton University and Harvard Law School to the release of her . . . autobiography Becoming. Photographs and . . . text give readers an appreciation for the hard work of a woman who has supported many causes and inspired countless people"--Provided by publisher.

How to become an accidental activist

"Stories about . . . activists who have accidentally changed the world. The activists profiled are a variety of ages and come from around the world"--Provided by publisher.

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