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! 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. How can we help? By speaking out!
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Gr 1-4-This series aims to empower children to find solutions to societal problems. Each page features a short expository paragraph. The text closely examines the true stories of current, young activists. Each book begins with "Before and During Reading Activities" and vocabulary terms. This allows readers to associate the information with previous knowledge. The text concludes with tips on how readers can get involved, a glossary, an index, a "Text-Dependent Questions" section, and extension activities. The colorful photographs include children and teens who are BIPOC. VERDICT A fantastic series for teaching social issues, and a wonderful source of inspiration for future activists.?(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.