“Clara knows in her heart what is right, and she is not afraid to fight for it.“
“Clara knows in her heart what is right, and she is not afraid to fight for it.“
Meet Clara Lemlich, the unstoppable force behind the largest women-led strike in U.S. history. Brave Girl by Michelle Markel and Melissa Sweet is an inspiring tale of courage, determination, and the fight for fairness. With dynamic illustrations and a powerful message, this book celebrates a young woman who refused to stay silent and changed the world for working women everywhere.
“Sometimes, change takes courage and persistence.”
Use to discuss the suffrage movement and women‘s equality.
so-soAn engaging explanation of how women fought for voting rights.
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Velshi‘s editorial is an excellent reminder about the privilege and work of civic engagement!
“Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time.”
This book would link to teaching in the classroom by introducing students to concepts of justice, equality, and the impact of individuals in shaping society, encouraging them to think critically about these themes in their own lives.
pickThis picture book, published in 2019, is a biography that explores the life and accomplishments of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a pioneering figure in the fight for gender equality and women's rights. Awarded the 2020 New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book, it highlights her legal battles against discrimination and her determination to ensure justice for all.
