young volunteers

"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 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.

Includes real-life stories, hands-on activities, and up-to-date resources that inspire kids to make significant social changes in the world around them such as fighting hunger and poverty, promoting health and human rights, and saving the environment.

Discusses how one person can help make a difference in the world.

"This...comparative study provides...accounts of the personal experiences of young people who care deeply about their communities and are actively engaged in a variety of public issues"--Back cover.

Features young people who have made a difference in their own lives and in the lives of those around them.

Text and photos explain how teenagers can become volunteers in a variety of settings; provides suggestions for where to volunteer and tips on how to get started, and also includes a glossary and a brief list of organizations.

Provides advice for teen volunteers who would like to help the ill, the poor, and the elderly, discussing the possible duties and requirements of such jobs, considering the pros and cons of the work, and including a listing of where to find opportunities in the field.

Describes the life and work of Jyotirmayee Mohapatra, a young Indian woman who fights for the rights of women and children in India.