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Tag: Social Justice

October 18, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Old Friend, New Story: Garvey in the Dark, a guest post by Nikki Grimes

I had no intention of writing a children's book set against the pandemic.  None.  And yet, and yet...I felt compelled.  Ultimately, I surrendered to the impossible and set out to write Garvey in the Dark. 

September 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

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

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.

August 23, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

Book Review: I Rise by Marie Arnold

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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What’s Your Issue, Fleur? A guest post by Fleur Bradley

August 22, 2022 by Amanda MacGregor

How am I supposed to cover the political complexities of incarceration in America for that eight-year-old who just showed me their cat?

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: 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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THIS IS NO GAME: WHEN FACTS MATTER, SPORTS NON-FICTION IS A GOOD PLACE TO TURN, a guest post by Andrew Maraniss

March 4, 2021 by Amanda MacGregor

What better genre than sports to shine a light on the everyday elements of American life that have perpetuated injustice? These are the stories where the truth shines the brightest.

RevolTeens: The Long Dark Winter of the Soul, by Christine Lively

October 28, 2020 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Winter is coming. Librarian Christine Lively talks about how RevolTeens can use this time to nourish their souls and keep doing the work of social justice.

RevolTeens: Being the Change and Leading the Way by Christine Lively

June 24, 2020 by Karen Jensen, MLS

Librarian Christine Lively highlights how teens are navigating Black Lives Matter protests and are working to help make change happen.

Book Review: Pocket Change Collective books

May 21, 2020 by Amanda MacGregor

Illuminating and inspiring, all four books in this series encourage more thoughtful conversations around these important topics.

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