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Author
Series
Publisher
Core Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Ivanka Trump has carved a name for herself in the business world and as a political activist assisting her father, President Donald Trump. Ivanka Trump: Businesswoman and Political Activist explores Trump's early life and her successful business ventures. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index....
5) Emma Goldman
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[1997]
Language
English
Description
Examines the life and work of the Russian emigrant to the United States who attempted to establish a social order based on absolute individual liberty.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc., Kaepernick Publishing
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"This joyful celebration of black and brown lives is based on real events in the famous athlete and activist's young life and reveals the power of radical self-love and knowing your self-worth."--
Author
Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Profiles seven well-known political activists who made themselves known fighting for a variety of causes during the 1960s, including Martin Luther King, Jr., Dagmar Wilson, Tom Hayden, Cesar Chavez, Betty Friedan, Abbie Hoffman, and Angela Davis.
13) Muhammad Ali
Author
Series
Publisher
Children's Press
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Over the course of his amazing life, legendary boxer Muhammad Ali made a huge impact both inside and outside the ring. Readers will learn how Ali first started boxing and what made him such a powerful fighter. They will also find out about efforts to battle racism, his impact on the civil rights movement, his philanthropic endeavors, and much more." --
Author
Series
Publisher
Penguin Workshop
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"On August 14, 2016, NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick began a protest when he refused to stand for the national anthem. He wanted to make a statement about the oppression of people of color in the United States after he had spent a summer speaking out against police brutality. After playing professional football for six seasons, that would become Colin Kaepernick's last season in the NFL, but he would go on to become one of the most prominent activists...
Author
Series
Publisher
Zuiker Press
Language
English
Description
"Lauren Hogg, one of the survivors of the shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas school in Parkland, Florida, dramatically tells her story in graphic novel form. The tragedy of yet another mass shooting has galvanized the young people of the country, and helped launch a movement that continues to gain momentum. Lauren Hogg lost her two best friends that horrible day, but despite her loss she, along with other Parkland students, found her voice and...
Author
Publisher
Ten Speed Press
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"An illustrated and informative primer on the progressive social change movements of the last 60 years as told through the stories of 60 diverse female and non-binary leaders in those movements, from the Civil Rights Movement and Stonewall riots through today. Inspiring a radical and inclusive approach to history, Modern HERstory celebrates 60 modern women and non-binary people who have changed the world. From the the civil rights movement and the...
Author
Publisher
Sterling Children's Books
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
"Gloria Steinem is known as a leader of the feminist movement and a trailblazer who fights for equality for all people. This unofficial biography for young readers tells her story, from being a young girl with big dreams to her inspiring travels in India to the launch of Ms. magazine, which gave women a voice. Gloria's message of believing in yourself and following your dreams will inspire a whole new generation." --
