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[2020]., Juvenile, Sourcebooks Explore Call No: B Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to view Summary Note: Illustrated children's book that tells the story of Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, a young girl confined to a wheelchair who, along with others, fought for the Americans With Disabilities Act. Includes additional information about the disabled community, a timeline, and a note from the author.
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2020., Sourcebooks, Incorporated Call No: 323.3 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at birth, Jennifer Keelan grew up battling--and overcoming--the limitations others set for her. From a lack of cutaway curbs and bus lifts to being denied enrollment at her neighborhood school, Jennifer was continually blocked from living the life she wanted. But after discovering the world of disability rights activism, she knew she had to use her voice to change things.
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[2020]., Juvenile, Sourcebooks Explore Call No: 323.3 7092 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: "Diagnosed with cerebral palsy at birth, Jennifer Keelan grew up battling-and overcoming-the limitations others set for her. From a lack of cutaway curbs and bus lifts to being denied enrollment at her neighborhood school, Jennifer was continually blocked from living the life she wanted. But after discovering the world of disability rights activism, she knew she had to use her voice to change things. When Jennifer was just eight years old, she participated in the Capitol Crawl. The deeply affecting image of Jennifer crawling up the steps of Capitol Hill went viral and helped pressure Congress into passing the Americans with Disabilities Act. A powerfully illustrated biography of Jennifer's life and a celebration of youth activism, All the Way to the Top will teach all children that they have the power to make a difference"--
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[2019]., Specialized, ABC-CLIO an imprint of ABC-CLIO, LLC Call No: 362.4 0973 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary world issues.Summary Note: This volume offers a rare mix of interpretive chapters and primary sources that will be of value to anyone interested in learning about important disability-related issues from the perspective of disabled people themselves.
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By Hayes, Amy2017., Juvenile, PowerKids Press Call No: LS 323.3 Hay Edition: First edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to watch Series Title: Civic participation: working for civil rights.Summary Note: Explores the history of the disability rights movement in the United States and how people with disabilities have gained the rights to equal education and employment opportunities.
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-- Disability rights2020., Adolescent, Rosen YA Call No: 323.3 CRA Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Activism in action.Summary Note: "The fight for disability rights continues, even in the wake of successful, ongoing advocacy, activism, and legislation. This . . . resource depicts how the fight has enhanced the lives of people with disabilities, and how readers can continue the efforts. Highlights of renowned activists with historical context, current events, and teen-friendly examples will help teens channel their interests, frustrations, and curiosity into effective activism. A timeline of events with safe, easy-to-implement ideas will inspire future changemakers to team up with others and change the world"--Provided by publisher.
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-- People with mental and physical challengesc2013., Juvenile, Mason Crest Call No: 305.9 08 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Offers advice and encouragement for teenagers facing discrimination due to a physical or mental disorder.
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By Green, Brunson Columbus, Chris Barnathan, Michael Taylor, Tate Howard, Bryce Dallas, 1981- Tyson, Cicely Stone, Emma, 1988- Chastain, Jessica Vogel, Mike Spencer, Octavia Davis, Viola Spacek, Sissy Janney, Allison Goldblatt, Stephen, 1945- Winborne, Hughes Newman, Thomas, 1955- Stockett, Kathryn. Help Dreamworks Pictures Participant Media Imagenation Abu Dhab[2011]., Touchstone Home Entertainment Call No: Literature & Language Availability:0 of 2 At Location(s) Summary Note: Mississippi during the 1960s: Skeeter, a southern society girl, returns from college determined to become a writer, but turns her friends' lives, and a small Mississippi town, upside down when she decides to interview the black women who have spent their lives taking care of prominent southern families. Aibileen, Skeeter's best friend's housekeeper, is the first to open up, to the dismay of her friends in the tight-knit black community.
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By Eboch, M. M.2019., Greenhaven Pub. Call No: 323.3 EBO Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Introducing issues with opposing viewpointsSummary Note: "People with disabilities, both physical and developmental, are an often-overlooked segment of civil rights movements. In fact, these individuals are among the most powerless in our society, even with organizations and professionals dedicated to fighting on their behalf. The self-advocacy movement seeks to empower the disabled to take control of their own lives. Through education about rights, laws, and 'the system,' disabled adults and teens, as well as the parents of disabled children, can have agency over their lives. The viewpoints in this volume offer guidance and opinions from different perspectives"--Provided by the publisher.
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By Colson, Christian Kleiner, Jeremy Gardner, Dede DuVernay, Ava Webb, Paul, (Screenwriter) Moran, Jason Averick, Spencer Young, Bradford Oyelowo, David Wilkinson, Tom, 1948- Roth, Tim Ejogo, Carmen, 1974- Holland, André Ribisi, Giovanni, 1974- Toussaint, Lorraine, 1960- James, Stephan Pierce, Wendell Common, (Musician) Nivola, Alessandro Gooding, Cuba, Jr, 1968[2015]., Paramount Pictures Call No: DVD Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s historical struggle to secure voting rights for all people. A dangerous and terrifying campaign that culminated with an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1964.
