Social Justice and Activism for Teens

A selection of fiction and nonfiction titles that explore activism and social justice issues past and present, including climate change, LGBTQ rights, racial justice, women's rights, Indigenous rights, immigration and more. MS=books for Middle School readers Updated June 2022

  • Punching the Air

    Punching the Air

    Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

    Amal's time in prison is one depressing day after another, until he finds his art and poetry can help set him free.

    Format: Book

    Availability: Available

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