Books like One Peace: True Stories of Young Activists
Award winning
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, Gillian Flint, 2021
80 pages
Why to read
Inspiring story of courage and determination.
Highlights significant historical events and figures.
Encourages resilience and standing up for justice.
Engaging narrative enhances reading and comprehension skills.
She Persisted: Claudette Colvin
Lesa Cline-Ransome, Chelsea Clinton, Alexandra Boiger, Gillian Flint, 2021
Award winning
Frida Kahlo: Activities for Kids
Marisa Boan, 2021
33 pages
Why to read
Encourages creativity through art-focused activities.
Introduces children to iconic artist Frida Kahlo.
Supports learning of cultural and historical contexts.
Interactive, hands-on projects enrich experience.
Frida Kahlo: Activities for Kids
Marisa Boan, 2021
Award winning
Malala's Magic Pencil
Malala Yousafzai, Kerascoët, 2017
48 pages
Why to read
Inspires courage and determination through Malala's story.
Highlights the power of education and hope.
Encourages children to dream big and make changes.
Beautifully illustrated, engaging young readers visually.
Malala's Magic Pencil
Malala Yousafzai, Kerascoët, 2017
Award winning
Kid Activists: True Tales of Childhood from Champions of Change
Robin Stevenson, Allison Steinfeld, 2019
224 pages
Why to read
Inspiring stories of famous figures as young activists.
Empowers children to make a difference in the world.
Highlights resilience, bravery, and determination.
Engages young readers in historical and societal issues.
Kid Activists: True Tales of Childhood from Champions of Change
Robin Stevenson, Allison Steinfeld, 2019
Award winning
Women Path-Breakers
Anant Pai, Amar Chitra Katha Pvt, Tripti Nainwal, Reena Puri, 2022
112 pages
Why to read
Highlights female pioneers and their monumental achievements.
Empowers young girls with strong, inspiring role models.
Encourages resilience and determination through historical narratives.
Educational content seamlessly woven into engaging stories.
Women Path-Breakers
Anant Pai, Amar Chitra Katha Pvt, Tripti Nainwal, Reena Puri, 2022
Award winning
Thurgood Marshall
Jill C. Wheeler, Sean Daly, Andrew Adams, 2021
64 pages
Why to read
Inspires with Thurgood Marshall's impactful life story.
Highlights courage and justice themes.
Encourages educational discussions on civil rights.
Supports history learning and literacy skills.
Thurgood Marshall
Jill C. Wheeler, Sean Daly, Andrew Adams, 2021
Award winning
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
48 pages
Why to read
Insightful exploration of historical civil rights moments.
Highlights perseverance and eloquence of Martin Luther King Jr.
Encourages discussions on justice and equality.
Inspirational read with powerful educational value.
A Place to Land: Martin Luther King Jr. and the Speech That Inspired a Nation
Barry Wittenstein, Jerry Pinkney, 2018
Award winning
Walt Whitman: Words for America
Brian Selznick, Barbara Kerley, 2004
56 pages
Why to read
Introduces Walt Whitman’s historical significance creatively.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, poetic language.
Inspires appreciation for American history and culture.
Stimulating illustrations complement engaging narrative.
