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"Set in and around the busyness of a food pantry and soup kitchen in a nameless town, the story lyrically describes each contribution to the lifeblood of the organization – from the farmers, who give their food to the volunteers who give their time to the recipients who give their thanks— showing how everyone can both literally and metaphorically “stir the pot” and contribute to the effort of ending hunger.Co-written by reigning Mrs. USA Worldwide...
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Revealing the story of a white Catholic priest serving a black Chicago parish who has been criticized as a trouble-making maverick, a renegade cleric, and a publicity hound, this book is a fascinating look at the inner workings of the Catholic Church, the traditions of the black pulpit, and what it takes to change the laws in a major American city. This biography concentrates on Father Pfleger's work at St. Sabina and covers his efforts to build up...
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"Gender and racial bias persist in organizations and in society. And though strides have been made toward equity in the last few decades, it still has not been reached. Even more disconcerting, Black women and other women of color are being held back more than their White counterparts. Most advice for women encourages individuals to speak up, be assertive, or lean in-to assimilate into a system modeled after White men. But individual action is not...
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"A chronicle of the courageous resistance movements that have insured the benchmarks of our democracy-- movements that served on the front lines of the American Revolution, the defense of the Constitution and Bill of Rights, the defeat of fascism during World War II, and landmark civil rights and environmental protection achievements"--
85) I am somebody
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"An empowering picture book about the importance of stepping up (and speaking up) to address injustice and effect change within our daily lives"--
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"A rigorous examination of six political myths used to deflect and discredit demands for social justice. In 2016, presidential candidate Donald Trump declared: "I think the big problem this country has is being politically correct." Reeling from his victory, Democrats blamed the corrosive effect of "identity politics." When banned from Twitter for inciting violence, Trump and his supporters claimed that the measure was an assault on "free speech."...
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"An original and consequential argument about race, crime, and the law Today, Americans are debating our criminal justice system with new urgency. Mass incarceration and aggressive police tactics -- and their impact on people of color -- are feeding outrage and a consensus that something must be done. But what if we only know half the story? In Locking Up Our Own, the Yale legal scholar and former public defender James Forman Jr. weighs the tragic...
88) Indigo and Ida
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"Indigo, an eighth-grade investigative reporter, is torn between fighting a racist school policy and keeping her friends--until she discovers a series of letters written by Black journalist and activist Ida B. Wells"--
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"What can we learn from the struggles, failures, and triumphs of our ancestors? The practices, rituals and beliefs of our ancestors can shape you in beautiful or harmful ways, sometimes without your awareness. Sandhya Rani Jha has discovered that communities and individuals who honor and recognize their ancestors tend to thrive and navigate hard seasons with more ease. We all, people of color and White people, have a myriad of ancestors - biological,...
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In this collection of essays, Lambda Literary Award–winning writer and longtime activist and performance artist Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha explores the politics and realities of disability justice, a movement that centers the lives and leadership of sick and disabled queer, trans, Black, and brown people, with knowledge and gifts for all. Care Work is a mapping of access as radical love, a celebration of the work that sick and disabled queer/people...
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SPEAK OUT ABOUT EDUCATION: Learn about some incredible kids who have worked to make sure every child has access to a good education and what you can do to join them!
SOCIAL STUDIES READER FOR CHILDREN: This book provides an introduction to the importance of schooling and highlights youth advocates for education around the world. Education helps kids have a bright future, but all around the world, there are some kids without access to a good education....
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Explore Earth's challenges and learn how you can help! Analyzes major issues that affect communities around the world. This 32-page nonfiction book covers important concepts like global citizenship and discrimination. Perfect for use in the classroom or at-home learning to explore hunger, climate change, and helping others. Includes a short fiction piece to help students relate to the topic and engaging text features such as a glossary, useful discussion...
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School administrators, teachers, staff members are all part of a school community. So are students, parents, school boards, and city officials. Through this relatable and informative book, readers will discover how their school community is at work every day. They'll learn about the importance of active engagement and working together to achieve common goals. With relevant, real-life examples to guide them, readers will be empowered by the knowledge...
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SPEAK OUT ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT: Learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about protecting Earth and its resources and what you can do to join them!
SOCIAL STUDIES READER FOR CHILDREN: Pollution. Dirty drinking water. Climate change. What can we do about such big problems? We can speak out! This book provides an introduction to environmentalism and highlights youth advocates around the world.
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SPEAK OUT ABOUT IMMIGRATION: Learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about the rights of immigrants and what you can do to join them!
SOCIAL STUDIES READER FOR CHILDREN: Immigrants around the world move to new places seeking peace and opportunity. How can we support them? We can speak out! This book provides an introduction to immigration and highlights youth advocates around the world.
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Encompassing vast oceans, seven continents, and 195 countries, the world is a very big place. It is also a community! With this interesting and educational book, readers will learn how every person on Earth is part of the world community and what that means. Using age-appropriate language to communicate complex concepts and relatable, real-life examples of active citizenship, this book is designed to motivate children to embrace their role as members...
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SPEAK OUT ABOUT BULLYING: Learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about bullying and what you can do to join them!
SOCIAL STUDIES READER FOR CHILDREN: Bullying hurts people around the world every single day. How can we help stop it? By speaking out! This book provides an introduction to the problem of bullying and highlights youth advocates around the world.
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Volunteering fosters valuable community connections and has been a unique part of America's culture from the nation's founding. Students will learn how they can take part in volunteering opportunities and how volunteering can directly help their communities. This engaging and approachable narrative is written especially for young readers. Colorful photographs help students fully grasp reasons to give their time to causes they care about. Glossary...
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School administrators, teachers, staff members are all part of a school community. So are students, parents, school boards, and city officials. Through this relatable and informative book, readers will discover how their school community is at work every day. They'll learn about the importance of active engagement and working together to achieve common goals. With relevant, real-life examples to guide them, readers will be empowered by the knowledge...
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In diesem Jahr lässt Dad die Bombe platzen. Er ist pleite. Der einzige Ausweg: Ein Job, weit weg von zu Hause. Luca's Brüder sind aus dem Haus und so muss er allein in den sauren Apfel beißen. Er zieht mit seinem Vater aufs Land. Neue Freunde, neue Wohnung ... natürlich eine neue Schule. Nicht genug, ist die neue Penne ein Klosterinternat. Zum Glück kann Luca zu Hause wohnen. Doch bald ereignen sich mysteriöse Einbrüche, in die sogar sein Vater...
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