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By Oshiro, Mark2018., Adolescent, Tor Teen, a Tom Doherty Associates Book Call No: Young Adult FIC OSH Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: "Six years ago, Moss Jefferies' father was murdered by an Oakland police officer. Along with losing a parent, the media's vilification of his father and lack of accountability has left Moss with near crippling panic attacks. Now, in his sophomore year of high school, Moss and his fellow classmates find themselves increasingly treated like criminals in their own school. New rules. Random lockersearches. Constant intimidation and Oakland Police Department stationed in their halls. Despite their youth, the students decide to organize and push back against the administration. When tensions hit a fever pitch and tragedy strikes, Moss must face a difficult choice: give in to fear and hate or realize that anger can actually be a gift."--Provided by publisher.
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By Oshiro, Mark2018., Adolescent, Tor Teen, a Tom Doherty Associates book Call No: Teen Fiction FIC OSH Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Project Lit 19-20Summary Note: Project LIT Book "Six years ago, Moss Jefferies' father was murdered by an Oakland police officer. Along with losing a parent, the media's vilification of his father and lack of accountability has left Moss with near crippling panic attacks. Now, in his sophomore year of high school, Moss and his fellow classmates find themselves increasingly treated like criminals in their own school. New rules. Random lockersearches. Constant intimidation and Oakland Police Department stationed in their halls. Despite their youth, the students decide to organize and push back against the administration. When tensions hit a fever pitch and tragedy strikes, Moss must face a difficult choice: give in to fear and hate or realize that anger can actually be a gift."--Provided by publisher.
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By Orr, Tamra[2018], Rosen Publishing Call No: 305.8 ORR Edition: First edition. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: CopingSummary Note: "One of the most pressing issues of the last few years has been the rise of activism and other efforts that aim to combat discrimination and racial inequality. This book provides an overview of the problem as well as a starting point for young readers mitigating the effects of racial intolerance on their own lives and will enable them to deal with the often overwhelming stress of being an ethnic minority, whatever their background. With an approach both sensitive and assertive, it aims to assist youth in navigating interpersonal slights and abuse, as well as systemic racism."
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-- It is your world--if you do not like it, change itc2004., Juvenile, Simon Pulse Call No: 361.2 Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Shows how to act on your beliefs, no matter what they are, and make a difference.
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-- It is your world--if you don't like it, change it2004., Pre-adolescent, Simon Pulse Call No: Non Fiction NON Hal Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: You can change the world. Free Speech. Racism. The Environment. Gay Rights. Bullying and School Safety. Animal Welfare. War. Information about Safe Sex and Birth Control. Free Speech. HIV and AIDS. Women's Rights. These are the issues you care about -- and now you can do something about them. It's Your World will show you how to act on your beliefs, no matter what they are, and make a difference. The information inside includes: The basics of activism. Activism projects and outreach ideas. The 5-minute activist. How to be an activist at home, at school, and in your community. Stories from teenagers who have taken on the world -- and won. Resources including books, movies, and Web sites, and much, much more. Whether at home, in school, or in your community, you have the power and the ability to create change, even if you aren't old enough to vote. Don't wait until you're eighteen to flex your political muscles -- start right now!
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2018., Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Call No: [E] Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: In 1963 Birmingham, Alabama, thousands of African American children volunteered to march for their civil rights after hearing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speak. They protested the laws that kept black people separate from white people. Facing fear, hate, and danger, these children used their voices to change the world. Frank Morrison's emotive oil-on-canvas paintings bring this historical event to life, while Monica Clark-Robinson's moving and poetic words document this remarkable time.
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Adolescent Call No: 363.73 KAL Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Climate change is the biggest problem facing young people today and countless young activists have followed Greta Thunberg into the climate advocacy movement. Stand Up Against Climate Change includes personal accounts from teen climate activists and others as it introduces readers to the issue, the activists, the tools of the trade, and the risks and rights of activism.
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Adolescent Call No: 179 STE Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Many animals suffer in cages, lack basic necessities, or endure mistreatment for the sake of entertainment or profit. Teens have the power to speak for the voiceless and defend the vulnerable. Stand Up for Animal Welfare includes personal accounts from teen activists and others as it introduces readers to the issue, the activists, the tools of the trade, and the risks and rights of activism.
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By Nardo, DonAdolescent Call No: 306.76 NAR Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: A number of teens end up fighting for LGBTQ rights because they passionately believe in social justice and want all young people to be safe and respected. Stand Up for LGBTQ Rights includes personal accounts from teen activists and others as it introduces readers to the issue, the activists, the tools of the trade, and the risks and rights of activism.
