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Tag: Activism

February 2, 2023 by Amanda MacGregor

Resurrecting Ghosts, a guest post by Kimberly Behre Kenna

Artemis Sparke is an invitation for all ages to join a brigade or, even better, to rally up their own brigade and experience the power of resurrected voices.

November 28, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

We’re in This Together, a guest post by Linda Sarsour

The problems seem so enormous, and they are, but I believe in our potential to come together to find solutions, organize and build the solidarity and power we need to overcome these challenges.

September 28, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

The Toughest “Tough Topic” of All, a guest post by Barbara Dee

My latest middle grade novel, Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet, presented my biggest challenge yet: to write a story about a middle schooler’s anxiety about the climate crisis-- the most monumental “tough topic” of our lifetime—and make it both entertaining and accessible to kids.

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Book Review: Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet by Barbara Dee

September 27, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Haven's eco-anxiety is not unique to her, but by witnessing her experiences with it, readers get an important look at how anxiety about climate change is affecting kids and, for those who feel the same as Haven, an important look at another kid feeling how they feel.

Book Review: Victory. Stand!: Raising My Fist for Justice by Tommie Smith, Derrick Barnes, Dawud Anyabwile

September 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

An amazing celebration of resiliency, strength, and determination, Smith's incredible story shows how far we have come and how far we have yet to go. A fantastic book.

Book Review: I Rise by Marie Arnold

August 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Powerfully told, this look at racism, police brutality, and activism will leave readers wanting more books from Arnold. A must-have book.

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Book Review: The First Rule of Climate Club by Carrie Firestone

August 9, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Hand this one to social justice-minded readers who will be inspired by the actions of these incredible kids.

Book Review: No Stopping Us Now by Lucy Jane Bledsoe

April 8, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

An inspiring look at the early days of Title IX and a solid addition to historical fiction collections.

Book Review: When the World Turned Upside Down by K. Ibura

January 27, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Four former friends come together during the pandemic to support each other and help their community in this compelling story full of heart.

Book Review: Why We Fly by Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal

October 7, 2021 by Amanda MacGregor

A thought-provoking read full of social commentary.

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