Advanced Search

Search

Advanced Search

Jacket cover images copied to clipboard.

General Recommendations

Youth Activism

By:

DCLteens

Douglas County Libraries

Staff-created list

These books are for teens wanting to learn more about youth activism. The list contains a mix of fiction and nonfiction titles covering a range of topics, including general activism and more specific activism: climate change, racism, and the White Rose movement. Unless otherwise noted, all are part of our Young Adult collection.

By:

DCLteens

Douglas County Libraries

23 items

23 items

Girls Resist!

Girls Resist!

A Guide to Activism, Leadership, and Starting A Revolution

by Rich, KaeLyn

eBook - 2018

Nonfiction. A guide to everything from picking a cause, planning a protest, and raising money to running dispute-free meetings, promoting awareness on social media, and being an effective ally. Available as book and audiobook too. Nonfiction. A guide to everything from picking a cause, planning a protest, and raising money to running dispute-free meetings, promoting awareness on social media, and being an effective ally. Available as book and audiobook too. Show less

Nonfiction. A guide to everything from picking a cause, planning a protest, and raising money to running dispute-free meetings, promoting awareness on social media, and being an effective ally. Available as book and audiobook too. Nonfiction. A guide to everything from picking a cause, planning a protest, and raising money to running dispute-free meetings, promoting awareness on social media, and being an effective ally. Available as book and audiobook too. Show less

Check out

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

How I Resist

How I Resist

Activism and Hope for A New Generation

Book - 2018

Nonfiction. Essays, songs, illustrations and interviews about activism and hope from authors and creators including Libba Bray, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and h...Show more Nonfiction. Essays, songs, illustrations and interviews about activism and hope from authors and creators including Libba Bray, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and his husband Justin Mikita, Malinda Lo, Javier Muñoz, Jodi Picoult, Jason Reynolds, Sabaa Tahir, Jennifer Weiner, Jacqueline Woodson, and more. Available as e-book and audiobook too. Show less

Nonfiction. Essays, songs, illustrations and interviews about activism and hope from authors and creators including Libba Bray, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and h...Show more Nonfiction. Essays, songs, illustrations and interviews about activism and hope from authors and creators including Libba Bray, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and his husband Justin Mikita, Malinda Lo, Javier Muñoz, Jodi Picoult, Jason Reynolds, Sabaa Tahir, Jennifer Weiner, Jacqueline Woodson, and more. Available as e-book and audiobook too. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Be A Changemaker

Be A Changemaker

How to Start Something That Matters

by Thompson, Laurie Ann

Book - 2014

Nonfiction. Empower yourself in today's highly connected, socially conscious world as you learn how to wield your passions, digital tools, and the principles of social entrepreneurship to affect real change in your schools, communities and beyond. Nonfiction. Empower yourself in today's highly connected, socially conscious world as you learn how to wield your passions, digital tools, and the principles of social entrepreneurship to affect real change in your schools, communities and beyond. Show less

Nonfiction. Empower yourself in today's highly connected, socially conscious world as you learn how to wield your passions, digital tools, and the principles of social entrepreneurship to affect real change in your schools, communities and beyond. Nonfiction. Empower yourself in today's highly connected, socially conscious world as you learn how to wield your passions, digital tools, and the principles of social entrepreneurship to affect real change in your schools, communities and beyond. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Steal This Country

Steal This Country

A Handbook for Resistance, Persistence, and Fixing (almost) Everything

by Styron, Alexandra

Book - 2018

Nonfiction. Inspired by Abbie Hoffman's radical classic "Steal This Book," this book covers the history of activism and civil disobedience in Am...Show more Nonfiction. Inspired by Abbie Hoffman's radical classic "Steal This Book," this book covers the history of activism and civil disobedience in America, how to be an activist, and key issues such as climate change, racial justice, women's rights, LGBTQ rights, immigration, and religious understanding. This is a terrific book for older middle-schoolers and teens who are distressed by current events and headlines and who want to show up and be counted! Show less

Nonfiction. Inspired by Abbie Hoffman's radical classic "Steal This Book," this book covers the history of activism and civil disobedience in Am...Show more Nonfiction. Inspired by Abbie Hoffman's radical classic "Steal This Book," this book covers the history of activism and civil disobedience in America, how to be an activist, and key issues such as climate change, racial justice, women's rights, LGBTQ rights, immigration, and religious understanding. This is a terrific book for older middle-schoolers and teens who are distressed by current events and headlines and who want to show up and be counted! Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Votes of Confidence

Votes of Confidence

A Young Person's Guide to American Elections

by Fleischer, Jeff

Book - 2020

Nonfiction. This book explains the past, present and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how you...Show more Nonfiction. This book explains the past, present and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how young people can become involved, not just this year but for years to come. There is also a 2016 edition of this book. Show less

Nonfiction. This book explains the past, present and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how you...Show more Nonfiction. This book explains the past, present and future of American elections; how the election process actually works and why it matters; and how young people can become involved, not just this year but for years to come. There is also a 2016 edition of this book. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Yes No Maybe So

Yes No Maybe So

by Albertalli, Becky

eBook - 2020

Fiction. Jamie and Maya's moms make them spend their summers canvassing for a state senate nominee. At first, the teens are less than thrilled, but they a...Show more Fiction. Jamie and Maya's moms make them spend their summers canvassing for a state senate nominee. At first, the teens are less than thrilled, but they are quickly pulled into the campaign and their developing relationship. Also available as book, audiobook and Playaway. Show less

Fiction. Jamie and Maya's moms make them spend their summers canvassing for a state senate nominee. At first, the teens are less than thrilled, but they a...Show more Fiction. Jamie and Maya's moms make them spend their summers canvassing for a state senate nominee. At first, the teens are less than thrilled, but they are quickly pulled into the campaign and their developing relationship. Also available as book, audiobook and Playaway. Show less

Check out

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Take the Mic

Take the Mic

Fictional Stories of Everyday Resistance

Book - 2019

Fiction. An anthology of stories that reflect a slice of the varied and limitless ways that people resist every day by literary luminaries and emerging talent alike, including Newbery winner Jason Reynolds and New York Times bestseller Samira Ahmed. Fiction. An anthology of stories that reflect a slice of the varied and limitless ways that people resist every day by literary luminaries and emerging talent alike, including Newbery winner Jason Reynolds and New York Times bestseller Samira Ahmed. Show less

Fiction. An anthology of stories that reflect a slice of the varied and limitless ways that people resist every day by literary luminaries and emerging talent alike, including Newbery winner Jason Reynolds and New York Times bestseller Samira Ahmed. Fiction. An anthology of stories that reflect a slice of the varied and limitless ways that people resist every day by literary luminaries and emerging talent alike, including Newbery winner Jason Reynolds and New York Times bestseller Samira Ahmed. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

We Will Not Be Silent

We Will Not Be Silent

The White Rose Student Resistance Movement That Defied Adolf Hitler

by Freedman, Russell

Book - 2016

Nonfiction. The story of Austrian-born Hans Scholl and his sister Sophie. They belonged to Hitler Youth as young children but began to doubt the Nazi regi...Show more Nonfiction. The story of Austrian-born Hans Scholl and his sister Sophie. They belonged to Hitler Youth as young children but began to doubt the Nazi regime. As older students, the Scholls and a few friends formed the White Rose, a campaign of active resistance to Hitler and the Nazis. Show less

Nonfiction. The story of Austrian-born Hans Scholl and his sister Sophie. They belonged to Hitler Youth as young children but began to doubt the Nazi regi...Show more Nonfiction. The story of Austrian-born Hans Scholl and his sister Sophie. They belonged to Hitler Youth as young children but began to doubt the Nazi regime. As older students, the Scholls and a few friends formed the White Rose, a campaign of active resistance to Hitler and the Nazis. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Glimmer of Hope

Glimmer of Hope

How Tragedy Sparked A Movement

Unknown - 2018

Nonfiction. The official, definitive book from the March For Our Lives founders tells the story of how a group of teenagers raced to channel their rage an...Show more Nonfiction. The official, definitive book from the March For Our Lives founders tells the story of how a group of teenagers raced to channel their rage and sorrow into action, and went on to create one of the largest youth-led movements in global history. Show less

Nonfiction. The official, definitive book from the March For Our Lives founders tells the story of how a group of teenagers raced to channel their rage an...Show more Nonfiction. The official, definitive book from the March For Our Lives founders tells the story of how a group of teenagers raced to channel their rage and sorrow into action, and went on to create one of the largest youth-led movements in global history. Show less

All copies in use Availability details

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Enough Is Enough

Enough Is Enough

How Students Can Join the Fight for Gun Safety

by McCann, Michelle Roehm

Book - 2019

Nonfiction. This handbook deftly explains America's gun violence issues—myths and facts, causes and perpetrators, solutions and change-makers—and provides...Show more Nonfiction. This handbook deftly explains America's gun violence issues—myths and facts, causes and perpetrators, solutions and change-makers—and provides a road map for effective activism. Includes interviews with teens who have survived gun violence and student activists who are launching their own movements across the country. Also includes a Q&A with gun owners who support increased gun safety laws. Show less

Nonfiction. This handbook deftly explains America's gun violence issues—myths and facts, causes and perpetrators, solutions and change-makers—and provides...Show more Nonfiction. This handbook deftly explains America's gun violence issues—myths and facts, causes and perpetrators, solutions and change-makers—and provides a road map for effective activism. Includes interviews with teens who have survived gun violence and student activists who are launching their own movements across the country. Also includes a Q&A with gun owners who support increased gun safety laws. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

I Am Malala

I Am Malala

The Girl Who Stood up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban

by Yousafzai, Malala

Book - 2013

Nonfiction (Adult). When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right...Show more Nonfiction (Adult). When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right to an education. She was shot in the head. Now, she's a global activist for education. This book contains some mildly graphic images. It is also available in a young readers edition with less graphic images. Also available as e-book, audiobook, large print, and Playaway. Show less

Nonfiction (Adult). When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right...Show more Nonfiction (Adult). When the Taliban took control of the Swat Valley, one girl spoke out. Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right to an education. She was shot in the head. Now, she's a global activist for education. This book contains some mildly graphic images. It is also available in a young readers edition with less graphic images. Also available as e-book, audiobook, large print, and Playaway. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Stamped

Stamped

Racism, Antiracism, and You

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2020

Nonfiction. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today. This book shines a light on the many insidious fo...Show more Nonfiction. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today. This book shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas and on ways readers can identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their daily lives. Also available as e-book. Show less

Nonfiction. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today. This book shines a light on the many insidious fo...Show more Nonfiction. A history of racist and antiracist ideas in America, from their roots in Europe until today. This book shines a light on the many insidious forms of racist ideas and on ways readers can identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their daily lives. Also available as e-book. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

This Book Is Anti-racist

This Book Is Anti-racist

by Jewell, Tiffany

Book - 2020

Nonfiction (Juvenile). This book is written for young people who don't know how to speak up to the adults in their lives, and in a way that children and y...Show more Nonfiction (Juvenile). This book is written for young people who don't know how to speak up to the adults in their lives, and in a way that children and young adults will feel empowered to stand up to the adults who continue to close doors in their faces. The book will give them the language and ability to understand racism and a drive to undo it. Show less

Nonfiction (Juvenile). This book is written for young people who don't know how to speak up to the adults in their lives, and in a way that children and y...Show more Nonfiction (Juvenile). This book is written for young people who don't know how to speak up to the adults in their lives, and in a way that children and young adults will feel empowered to stand up to the adults who continue to close doors in their faces. The book will give them the language and ability to understand racism and a drive to undo it. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

March Forward, Girl

March Forward, Girl

From Young Warrior to Little Rock Nine

by Beals, Melba

Book - 2018

Nonfiction (Juvenile). A member of the Little Rock Nine shares her memories of growing up in the South under Jim Crow. Also available as audiobook. Nonfiction (Juvenile). A member of the Little Rock Nine shares her memories of growing up in the South under Jim Crow. Also available as audiobook. Show less

Nonfiction (Juvenile). A member of the Little Rock Nine shares her memories of growing up in the South under Jim Crow. Also available as audiobook. Nonfiction (Juvenile). A member of the Little Rock Nine shares her memories of growing up in the South under Jim Crow. Also available as audiobook. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Long Way Down

Long Way Down

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2017

Fiction. As Will, 15, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs t...Show more Fiction. As Will, 15, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know. This book provides context for current movements around racism. Also available as e-book, audiobook, and Playaway. Show less

Fiction. As Will, 15, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs t...Show more Fiction. As Will, 15, sets out to avenge his brother Shawn's fatal shooting, seven ghosts who knew Shawn board the elevator and reveal truths Will needs to know. This book provides context for current movements around racism. Also available as e-book, audiobook, and Playaway. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

The Hate U Give

The Hate U Give

by Thomas, Angie

Book - 2017

Fiction. Starr witnesses the shooting of her unarmed childhood best friend Khalil by police, which leads to her involvement in the national conversation about police shootings. Also available as e-book, large print, audiobook, CD, and Playaway. Fiction. Starr witnesses the shooting of her unarmed childhood best friend Khalil by police, which leads to her involvement in the national conversation about police shootings. Also available as e-book, large print, audiobook, CD, and Playaway. Show less

Fiction. Starr witnesses the shooting of her unarmed childhood best friend Khalil by police, which leads to her involvement in the national conversation about police shootings. Also available as e-book, large print, audiobook, CD, and Playaway. Fiction. Starr witnesses the shooting of her unarmed childhood best friend Khalil by police, which leads to her involvement in the national conversation about police shootings. Also available as e-book, large print, audiobook, CD, and Playaway. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

No One Is Too Small to Make A Difference

No One Is Too Small to Make A Difference

by Thunberg, Greta

Book - 2019

Nonfiction (Adult). Read the groundbreaking speeches of Greta Thunberg, the young climate activist who has become the voice of a generation, including her...Show more Nonfiction (Adult). Read the groundbreaking speeches of Greta Thunberg, the young climate activist who has become the voice of a generation, including her historic address to the United Nations. This book brings you Greta in her own words, for the first time. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Show less

Nonfiction (Adult). Read the groundbreaking speeches of Greta Thunberg, the young climate activist who has become the voice of a generation, including her...Show more Nonfiction (Adult). Read the groundbreaking speeches of Greta Thunberg, the young climate activist who has become the voice of a generation, including her historic address to the United Nations. This book brings you Greta in her own words, for the first time. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Our House Is on Fire

Our House Is on Fire

Scenes of A Family and A Planet in Crisis

by Thunberg, Greta

Book - 2020

Nonfiction (Adult). The story of how Greta Thunberg decided to go on strike from school, igniting a worldwide rebellion, as told by her family. Nonfiction (Adult). The story of how Greta Thunberg decided to go on strike from school, igniting a worldwide rebellion, as told by her family. Show less

Nonfiction (Adult). The story of how Greta Thunberg decided to go on strike from school, igniting a worldwide rebellion, as told by her family. Nonfiction (Adult). The story of how Greta Thunberg decided to go on strike from school, igniting a worldwide rebellion, as told by her family. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

We Rise

We Rise

The Earth Guardians Guide to Building A Movement That Restores the Planet

by Martinez, Xiuhtezcatl

Streaming Audiobook - 2017

Nonfiction. Sixteen-year-old climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and his group the Earth Guardians want to ensure a positive, just and sustainable futur...Show more Nonfiction. Sixteen-year-old climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and his group the Earth Guardians want to ensure a positive, just and sustainable future. Beginning with their story, "We Rise" explores many aspects of effective activism and provides step-by-step information on how to start and join solution-oriented movements through conversations between Martinez and well-known activists, revolutionaries and celebrities. Show less

Nonfiction. Sixteen-year-old climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and his group the Earth Guardians want to ensure a positive, just and sustainable futur...Show more Nonfiction. Sixteen-year-old climate activist Xiuhtezcatl Martinez and his group the Earth Guardians want to ensure a positive, just and sustainable future. Beginning with their story, "We Rise" explores many aspects of effective activism and provides step-by-step information on how to start and join solution-oriented movements through conversations between Martinez and well-known activists, revolutionaries and celebrities. Show less

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

We Didn't Ask for This

We Didn't Ask for This

by Alsaid, Adi

Book - 2020

Fiction. Central International School's annual lock-in is legendary and this year's lock-in begins normally enough. Then a group of students led by Marisa...Show more Fiction. Central International School's annual lock-in is legendary and this year's lock-in begins normally enough. Then a group of students led by Marisa Cuevas stage an eco-protest and chain themselves to the doors. Some students rally to their cause—but others are aggrieved to watch their own plans fall apart. And Marisa, once so certain of her goals, must now decide how far she'll go to attain them. Show less

Fiction. Central International School's annual lock-in is legendary and this year's lock-in begins normally enough. Then a group of students led by Marisa...Show more Fiction. Central International School's annual lock-in is legendary and this year's lock-in begins normally enough. Then a group of students led by Marisa Cuevas stage an eco-protest and chain themselves to the doors. Some students rally to their cause—but others are aggrieved to watch their own plans fall apart. And Marisa, once so certain of her goals, must now decide how far she'll go to attain them. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Moxie

Moxie

A Novel

by Mathieu, Jennifer

Book - 2017

Fiction. In a small Texas town where high school football reigns supreme, Viv, 16, starts publishing anonymously written zines. She’s just blowing off ste...Show more Fiction. In a small Texas town where high school football reigns supreme, Viv, 16, starts publishing anonymously written zines. She’s just blowing off steam, but other girls respond. Pretty soon Viv is forging friendships with other young women across the divides of cliques and popularity rankings, and she realizes that what she has started is nothing short of a girl revolution. Also available as e-book and CD. Show less

Fiction. In a small Texas town where high school football reigns supreme, Viv, 16, starts publishing anonymously written zines. She’s just blowing off ste...Show more Fiction. In a small Texas town where high school football reigns supreme, Viv, 16, starts publishing anonymously written zines. She’s just blowing off steam, but other girls respond. Pretty soon Viv is forging friendships with other young women across the divides of cliques and popularity rankings, and she realizes that what she has started is nothing short of a girl revolution. Also available as e-book and CD. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Like A Love Story

Like A Love Story

by Nazemian, Abdi

Book - 2019

Fiction. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS crisis, Reza, Art and Judy get involved with an AIDS advocacy group as their own relationships grow and change. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Fiction. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS crisis, Reza, Art and Judy get involved with an AIDS advocacy group as their own relationships grow and change. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Show less

Fiction. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS crisis, Reza, Art and Judy get involved with an AIDS advocacy group as their own relationships grow and change. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Fiction. Set against the backdrop of the 1980s AIDS crisis, Reza, Art and Judy get involved with an AIDS advocacy group as their own relationships grow and change. Also available as e-book and audiobook. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Watch Us Rise

Watch Us Rise

by Watson, Renâee

Book - 2019

Fiction. Jasmine and Chelsea are best friends on a mission—they're sick of the way women are treated even at their progressive NYC high school. They decid...Show more Fiction. Jasmine and Chelsea are best friends on a mission—they're sick of the way women are treated even at their progressive NYC high school. They decide to start a Women's Rights Club, and when they post their work online it soon goes viral. When things escalate in real life, the principal shuts down the club. Not willing to be silenced, the girls will risk everything for their voices—and those of other young women—to be heard. Show less

Fiction. Jasmine and Chelsea are best friends on a mission—they're sick of the way women are treated even at their progressive NYC high school. They decid...Show more Fiction. Jasmine and Chelsea are best friends on a mission—they're sick of the way women are treated even at their progressive NYC high school. They decide to start a Women's Rights Club, and when they post their work online it soon goes viral. When things escalate in real life, the principal shuts down the club. Not willing to be silenced, the girls will risk everything for their voices—and those of other young women—to be heard. Show less

Available in some locations

Place hold

Add to My For Later Shelf On my shelf

Powered by BiblioCommons.

BiblioCore: app06 Version 9.8.0 Last updated 2022/06/07 12:49

[]

[]

To Top