Rebels, trailblazers, and visionaries who shaped our history. I will never forget discovering augustines thoughtprovoking words about justice as a graduate student. How can childrens books be used to promote social justice and. Next one starts in june, we will be reading the long shadow of small ghosts. At the bottom of the post are links to more picture book lists that will help you in your endeavor to talk to your kids about important problems facing the world. Dec 1, 2015 picture books about social justice, help teach your children about. Jul 06, 2017 social activist innosanto nagara wanted to find a fun book to read to his 2yearold son that also talked about the importance of social justice. New editions are produced annually and designed to help teachers translate their vision of a just education into concrete classroom activities. I was doing some research this afternoon about how to teach kids about justice from a christian perspective. The connections augustine draws there between justice, order, and love, and between the justice of the individual and the justice that marks a collection of individuals into a political people, were unlike any. Feb 23, 2017 100 mustread books about the law and social justice c. Her list of picture books can be used with children in grades preka3.
Hoffman feb 23, 2017 for the past several months, book riot has been getting a lot of requests for recommendations for books explaining why our political and legal systems are the way they are. Top ten ok, eleven childrens books to learn social justice. Jul 08, 2015 for me, i consider talking about mental disorders like depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, etc. Jan 11, 2016 a list of social justice books for kids. One love from the spirit of bob marley, this book adapted by his daughter, brings the love, joy, and movement of, one love, one heart, lets get together and feel all right. Nonfiction social justice books for high school amy, ericka, nancy convicted in the womb by carl upchurch once carl upchurch was an elementary school dropout fighting for survival on the streets of south philadelphia, a gang member wedded to a life of violence, a bank robber facing a future in federal penitentiaries. Aug 01, 2017 books about social justice allow our students insight into what it feels like to be a refugee, to encounter racism, or to have to fight against great odds for rights and freedoms which others take for granted. Awesome social justice books for kids act for social justice. A plan book for social justice teachers is a plan book for educators who believe their students can and will change the world. A is for activist, b is for banner, c is for coop, and so on. Social justice feminist, social justicethemed board books for children i want to be, nibi is water and i am violet, are part of second story presss first season releasing feminist, social justicethemed board books for babies and toddlers, ages 03 years. I was worried this book would be annoyingly didactic, but the rhymes and wit make this introduction to social justice a worthwhile read.
As for so many others, my initial discovery took place through the city of god. Practice what you teach follows three different groups of educators to explore the challenges of developing and supporting teachers sense of social justice and activism at various stages of their careers. Feedback on these lists and suggestions for additional titles are welcome. For more great reads for kids and teens, check out our civil rights books and coretta scott king book award winners. I was at the social justice childrens book fair in oakland, california last week, where several picture books and board books featured stories nurturing pride and activism around race, identity, culture, and community. Nonfiction social justice books for high school amy, ericka, nancy convicted in the womb by carl upchurch once carl upchurch was an elementary school dropout fighting for survival on the streets of south philadelphia, a gang member wedded to a life of violence, a bank robber facing a. Although social justice is an often bandied term that means different things to different people, i like to think of social justice as a concept regarding the creation of a society that is based on principles of equality. Lewis and his charge to make a little noise and move your feet, here is a collection of books for young activists. Nonfiction social justice books for high school amy, ericka. Edited by the critical resistance publications collective. Catholic social teaching and united states welfare reform 1998. He wasnt looking for the typical fiction written for children, instead, he was looking for unique narratives by writers of color andor authors who can speak about social issues through their own.
Pbs teachers has a website on justice activity ideas that i found helpful. Picture books about social justice no time for flash cards. A social justice reading list for those who want to rise up. If youre interested in social justice, check out these titles that explore how race, class, gender, size, sexuality and other factors can affect our lives. About the common humanity we all share regardless of race, color, religion. May 27, 2009 i was doing some research this afternoon about how to teach kids about justice from a christian perspective. With a fun sense of humor, this alphabet book introduces kids to the idea that life may not be all about acquiring the latest thomas train. Otherwise, maybe i should do some curriculum writing this summer. Jan 11, 2016 ive gathered a list of social justice books for kids that address a variety of global issues, but of course the troubles around the world are endless. Each of the nine sections explores a primary theme of social justice and education. Frankly, due to lack of kid resources on the topic, we have to make kid friendly stories by adapting the information from more advanced text. Robert coles is geared toward kids the same age as ruby during her year facing angry mobs.
Greg jobinleeds and agitartes when we fight, we win, a look at social movements and activists who are changing the world, and how we can use their successes as a blueprint in our own lives. Like all az books, this one illustrates the alphabetbut instead of a is for apple, a is for angelaas in angela davis, the iconic political activist. But, really, i cant find many resources on the issue. From there, essays explore the implications of augustines thought for topics ranging from the u. Ive gathered a list of social justice books for kids that address a variety of global issues, but of course the troubles around the world are endless. Jun 8, 2012 raise awareness in your family or classroom by discussing differences and elliminating tension. Our contributors with most sincere thanks, we recognize the 60 plus contributors to this booklist, each of whom took seriously the task of nominating books that they use to teach social justice skills and concepts to students. Social justice is a type of distributive justice concerned with the allocation of social goods, known as primary goods, such as basic rights and freedoms, power, status, authority, education and employment opportunities, housing and health care. In line with a major focus of its adult list, wjk plans to publish picture books that celebrate diversity, compassion, and social justice, dobson. A allison mcdonald, who writes a blog called no time for flashcards, is passionate about social justice issues. I knew best practices in reading, writing, and mathbut teaching social justice.
Family kids toddler activities birthday parties books crafts discipline family life special needs style toys the ultimate toy guide womens health parents of influence. The distributive process consists of three components which include the principles for the. At all the wonders, we believe that activism can begin at any age. These books tell stories of peoples experiences of racism and of those who put their bodies on the line for the cause of equality under the law and social justice. I hope this list inspires children to be who they are unapologetically all while promoting kindness, activism, justice, and rights for all. Religion books for kids are on the rise publishers weekly. Social justice books for kids to teach about global issues. Apr 28, 2011 i expected blank stares and frustrated tears, which seemed typical for any little kid. Here are more than 60 carefully selected lists of multicultural and social justice books for children, young adults, and educators. For me, i consider talking about mental disorders like depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, etc. Antibias education for young children and ourselves, by louise dermansparks and julie olsen edwards, offers practical guidance to early childhood educators including parents for confronting and eliminating barriers of prejudice, misinformation, and bias about specific aspects of personal and social identity. As parents, the list of things we want to teach and instill in our kids is endless. Social activist innosanto nagara wanted to find a fun book to read to his 2yearold son that also talked about the importance of social justice.
Apr 02, 2015 in classical abcs fashion, each letter of the alphabet stands for something, but here its all in the social justice realm. To order a copy or read more, click on the book title or the cover image. Picked by chicago public librarys teen services librarians. Social justice leaguereaders advisory for teens dealing with social issues published september 28, 2015 as library workers, especially those of us who work with teens, our role can shift to social worker in an instant. Thanks a lot kerry, for starting the social justice book club, and bringing this into my radar. How can childrens books be used to promote social justice and peace. Most of the books on these lists are linked for more information or purchase to powells, an.
Murder and memory in an american city by laura tillman. Rinku sens stir it up, a howto manual on community activism and organizing. As a parent to a preschooler and a professor of peace and human rights education, here are my top picks for childrens books that discuss important issuesand that are visually beautiful. This story of a young girls social justice awakening demonstrates how small acts can make a big difference. Ages 914 lewis, barbara a the kids guide to social action. Books about social justice allow our students insight into what it feels like to be a refugee, to encounter racism, or to have to fight against great odds for rights and freedoms which others take for granted. Democracy and education has been the leading voice of the nineties for engaged teaching. Teaching for social justice collects the best of the journal. Oct 25, 2018 thats because all kids benefit from reading books that represent people of different backgrounds, ethnicities and social situations. Nonfiction social justice books for high school amy.
Critical resistance to the prisonindustrial complex. Teaching social justice through childrens literature when teaching social justice is a goal say youre an educator or a caregiver, and youd like to introduce children to the concept of social justicedefined loosely as the equal distribution of rights and opportunities within a society. There was also considerable emphasis on social justice for kids in early literacy content. Here are 24 books to use in the classroom when teaching about social justice. In classical abcs fashion, each letter of the alphabet stands for something, but here its all in the social justice realm. According to mcdonald, one way to teach young children about social justice is to read with them. Want to raise your kids to be thoughtful and compassionate. Mark and paul englers this is an uprising, a look at various forms of nonviolent revolt and the impact they can have. Social justice books for teens the seattle public library. Dec 27, 2017 i was at the social justice childrens book fair in oakland, california last week, where several picture books and board books featured stories nurturing pride and activism around race, identity, culture, and community. Troubleaverse shayla finds herself at a powerful black lives matter protest and decides to wear an armband in support of the movement, a decision that turns controversial at school. The world is diverse and even white kids, who are most represented in books, need to read books about children of other cultures and other races, moayedi says. Teaching social justice in the classroom is crucial for preparing young people to become responsible global citizens in.
Jan 17, 2012 top ten ok, eleven childrens books to learn social justice. Some of the books listed offer an overview of rights. These works serve different niches of cst pedagogy, but all have in common good. Thats because all kids benefit from reading books that represent people of different backgrounds, ethnicities and social situations. Uncle toms cabin, by harriet beecher stowe, who was born 200 years ago this year, is the novel that made slavery impossible for america to tolerate any longer. White preservice teachers typically enrolled in most teacher education programs, a group of new teachers attempting to integrate social. Picture books to teach about global issues and encourage activism and compassion. Books, children, gender roles, stereotypes, individuality, diversity tatiana bobkova sometimes the best way to teach a child about individuality, nonconformity, and diversity is with the rhythmic text, imaginative storylines, and captivating illustrations of a good book. Social justice activities from jared dees the religion teacher ccd activities. Featuring a unique mix of handson, historical, and inspirational writings, the topics covered include education through social action, writing and community building, and adult literacy. At the bottom of the post are links to more picture book lists that will help you in your endeavor to talk to. This book examines how religious immigrants and religious activists are working for equitable treatment for immigrants in the united states.