universal declaration of human rights

"In the wake of two devastating world wars, Eleanor Roosevelt, former first lady and U.S. delegate to the newly formed United Nations, drafted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Signed on December 10, 1948, the declaration marked the first time that countries agreed on a comprehensive statement of inalienable human rights. Created in honor of the seventy-fifth anniversary of that historic agreement, this . . . adaptation for children, reminds us that universal rights begin in small places, close to home"--OCLC.

Explores the history, structure, and activities of the United Nation as they pursue their goal of protecting individuals and securing human rights for everyone. Includes teacher notes.

Text and illustrations look at "The Universal Declaration of Human Rights" document.

Presents an illustrated simplified version of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which was adopted by the United Nations following World War II.

Combines photographs with poetry to offer an overview of the thirty rights granted to all people by the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

An anthology of fourteen stories by young adult authors from around the world, on such themes as asylum, law, education, and faith, compiled in honor of the sixtieth anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.