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Teen Advocacy, Activism & Allyship

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LidiaE_Oshlib

Oshawa Public Libraries

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A selection of recent fiction and non-fiction titles for the teen advocates, activists, and allies.

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LidiaE_Oshlib

Oshawa Public Libraries

16 items

16 items

The Voting Booth

The Voting Booth

by Colbert, Brandy

Book - 2020

Teen activist Marva Sheridan knows how important voting is. So when she meets Duke at a polling station and he's turned away due to a registration error, ...Show more Teen activist Marva Sheridan knows how important voting is. So when she meets Duke at a polling station and he's turned away due to a registration error, the teens proceed to travel from district to district, trying to find a way for Duke cast his vote. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

Teen activist Marva Sheridan knows how important voting is. So when she meets Duke at a polling station and he's turned away due to a registration error, ...Show more Teen activist Marva Sheridan knows how important voting is. So when she meets Duke at a polling station and he's turned away due to a registration error, the teens proceed to travel from district to district, trying to find a way for Duke cast his vote. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

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Running

Running

by Sylvester, Natalia

Book - 2020

Inspired by a real 2018 Florida bill, Running follows Mari, a Cuban American teen and the daughter of a US senator. Mari's struggles are broadcasted live ...Show more Inspired by a real 2018 Florida bill, Running follows Mari, a Cuban American teen and the daughter of a US senator. Mari's struggles are broadcasted live for the world to see as she realizes that standing up for what she believes in means standing against her father's campaign. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

Inspired by a real 2018 Florida bill, Running follows Mari, a Cuban American teen and the daughter of a US senator. Mari's struggles are broadcasted live ...Show more Inspired by a real 2018 Florida bill, Running follows Mari, a Cuban American teen and the daughter of a US senator. Mari's struggles are broadcasted live for the world to see as she realizes that standing up for what she believes in means standing against her father's campaign. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

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Where You See Yourself

Where You See Yourself

by Forrest, Claire

Book - 2023

Effie, a high-school senior who uses a wheelchair, arranges a sit-in to protest her school's new ableist policy. Effie, a high-school senior who uses a wheelchair, arranges a sit-in to protest her school's new ableist policy. Show less

Effie, a high-school senior who uses a wheelchair, arranges a sit-in to protest her school's new ableist policy. Effie, a high-school senior who uses a wheelchair, arranges a sit-in to protest her school's new ableist policy. Show less

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Clementine and Danny Save the World (and Each Other)

Clementine and Danny Save the World (and Each Other)

by Blackburne, Livia

Book - 2023

Clementine and Danny work together to stop a major corporation from shutting down their favourite tea shop in Chinatown and discover more about themselves along the way. Clementine and Danny work together to stop a major corporation from shutting down their favourite tea shop in Chinatown and discover more about themselves along the way. Show less

Clementine and Danny work together to stop a major corporation from shutting down their favourite tea shop in Chinatown and discover more about themselves along the way. Clementine and Danny work together to stop a major corporation from shutting down their favourite tea shop in Chinatown and discover more about themselves along the way. Show less

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Banned Book Club

Banned Book Club

Graphic Novel - 2020

This autobiographical graphic novel, set in South Korea, 1983, tells the story of the author's journey into political activism through a group called the Banned Book Club. This autobiographical graphic novel, set in South Korea, 1983, tells the story of the author's journey into political activism through a group called the Banned Book Club. Show less

This autobiographical graphic novel, set in South Korea, 1983, tells the story of the author's journey into political activism through a group called the Banned Book Club. This autobiographical graphic novel, set in South Korea, 1983, tells the story of the author's journey into political activism through a group called the Banned Book Club. Show less

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Watch Us Rise

Watch Us Rise

by Watson, Renée

Book - 2019

Facing misogyny at their school, two teens decided to start their own Women's Rights Club. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Facing misogyny at their school, two teens decided to start their own Women's Rights Club. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

Facing misogyny at their school, two teens decided to start their own Women's Rights Club. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Facing misogyny at their school, two teens decided to start their own Women's Rights Club. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

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The Assignment

The Assignment

by Wiemer, Liza M.

Book - 2020

Based on true events, The Assignment follows two students protesting an antisemetic assignment assigned by their history teacher. Based on true events, The Assignment follows two students protesting an antisemetic assignment assigned by their history teacher. Show less

Based on true events, The Assignment follows two students protesting an antisemetic assignment assigned by their history teacher. Based on true events, The Assignment follows two students protesting an antisemetic assignment assigned by their history teacher. Show less

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Your Plantation Prom Is Not Okay

Your Plantation Prom Is Not Okay

by McWilliams, Kelly

Book - 2023

Harriet teams up with a young influencer to put a stop to the plantation turned event venue in her hometown. Harriet teams up with a young influencer to put a stop to the plantation turned event venue in her hometown. Show less

Harriet teams up with a young influencer to put a stop to the plantation turned event venue in her hometown. Harriet teams up with a young influencer to put a stop to the plantation turned event venue in her hometown. Show less

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I Rise

I Rise

by Arnold, Marie

Book - 2022

Ayo's mother, a Black Civil Rights leader, has prepared her daughter to follow in her footsteps. But Ayo's world is shattered when her mother is shot and falls into a coma. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Ayo's mother, a Black Civil Rights leader, has prepared her daughter to follow in her footsteps. But Ayo's world is shattered when her mother is shot and falls into a coma. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

Ayo's mother, a Black Civil Rights leader, has prepared her daughter to follow in her footsteps. But Ayo's world is shattered when her mother is shot and falls into a coma. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Ayo's mother, a Black Civil Rights leader, has prepared her daughter to follow in her footsteps. But Ayo's world is shattered when her mother is shot and falls into a coma. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

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Badass(ish)

Badass(ish)

by Heilman, Jaymie

Book - 2023

Coming soon: Out on September 25th. Three friends' relationships are tested as they fight a against an oil pipeline. Coming soon: Out on September 25th. Three friends' relationships are tested as they fight a against an oil pipeline. Show less

Coming soon: Out on September 25th. Three friends' relationships are tested as they fight a against an oil pipeline. Coming soon: Out on September 25th. Three friends' relationships are tested as they fight a against an oil pipeline. Show less

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The (Un)Popular Vote by Jasper Sanchez (eBook via cloudLibrary)

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At school, Mark hides his identity as a pan trans male at the bequest of his politician dad. But when a homophobic incident spurs Mark into running for St...Show more At school, Mark hides his identity as a pan trans male at the bequest of his politician dad. But when a homophobic incident spurs Mark into running for Student Body President, he must put everything at risk to make a change and stand up for what's right. Show less

Amazons, Abolitionists, and Activists

Amazons, Abolitionists, and Activists

A Graphic History of Women's Fight for Their Rights

by Kendall, Mikki

Book - 2019

A graphic novel detailing the lives of Women's Rights Activists throughout history, including lesser known resistance fighters you may not have heard of. A graphic novel detailing the lives of Women's Rights Activists throughout history, including lesser known resistance fighters you may not have heard of. Show less

A graphic novel detailing the lives of Women's Rights Activists throughout history, including lesser known resistance fighters you may not have heard of. A graphic novel detailing the lives of Women's Rights Activists throughout history, including lesser known resistance fighters you may not have heard of. Show less

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Redbone

Redbone

The True Story of A Native American Rock Band

Graphic Novel - 2020

You probably know the song "Come and Get Your Love" from Guardians of the Galaxy, but did you know the band was a leader in the Indigenous Civil Rights movement? You probably know the song "Come and Get Your Love" from Guardians of the Galaxy, but did you know the band was a leader in the Indigenous Civil Rights movement? Show less

You probably know the song "Come and Get Your Love" from Guardians of the Galaxy, but did you know the band was a leader in the Indigenous Civil Rights movement? You probably know the song "Come and Get Your Love" from Guardians of the Galaxy, but did you know the band was a leader in the Indigenous Civil Rights movement? Show less

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This Book Is Anti-racist

This Book Is Anti-racist

20 Lessons on How to Wake Up, Take Action, and Do the Work

by Jewell, Tiffany

Book - 2020

A non-fiction book for teens and youth that explores racism, it's history, and what you can do in your daily life to stand against it. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] A non-fiction book for teens and youth that explores racism, it's history, and what you can do in your daily life to stand against it. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

A non-fiction book for teens and youth that explores racism, it's history, and what you can do in your daily life to stand against it. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] A non-fiction book for teens and youth that explores racism, it's history, and what you can do in your daily life to stand against it. [Also available in eBook via cloudLibrary.] Show less

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Demystifying Disability

Demystifying Disability

What to Know, What to Say, and How to Be An Ally

by Ladau, Emily

Book - 2021

Ladau, a disability rights activist, speaker, and author, provides important insight on how to be a better ally. Ladau, a disability rights activist, speaker, and author, provides important insight on how to be a better ally. Show less

Ladau, a disability rights activist, speaker, and author, provides important insight on how to be a better ally. Ladau, a disability rights activist, speaker, and author, provides important insight on how to be a better ally. Show less

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How to Change Everything

How to Change Everything

The Young Human's Guide to Protecting the Planet and Each Other

by Klein, Naomi

Book - 2021

Climate Activist Naomi Klein encourages teens and youth to get involved in climate activism. Climate Activist Naomi Klein encourages teens and youth to get involved in climate activism. Show less

Climate Activist Naomi Klein encourages teens and youth to get involved in climate activism. Climate Activist Naomi Klein encourages teens and youth to get involved in climate activism. Show less

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