Pennsylvania School Librarians Association - Michelle Stone
This introductory level book guides the reader through the process of becoming politically active. Chapters cover the steps from brainstorming for a cause to the research process, and taking action. Stories of five children who have brought about political change are included. Additional resources, a glossary, and an index are included.
2008 Young Adult Top Forty Nonfiction Title
May 1, 2009Booklist - Hazel Rochman
Whether the issue is animal rights, global warming, or student representation in government, this lively hands-on title in the Take Action series combines personal profiles of activist teens with the politics of what they are fighting for, and includes realistic advice about how to do research, set goals, ask questions, and take one step at a time to reach those in power. The open, attractive design will draw readers with color photos of young activists, past and contemporary, on every double-page spread; spotlight screens with practical tips; and facts about what young people have fought for in the past and are working for right now. There is Ben Smilowitz, who got Connecticut to put two students on the state board of education. Katrina Sherwood organized to prevent a mega-mall in her neighborhood. Though vocabulary words in bold red type interrupt the text unnecessarily, many readerswill take advantage of the excellent back matter
that includes a glossary and an up-to-date list of print and online resources.
April 1, 2009