political activists

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political activists

Wild Horse Annie

friend of the mustangs
2019
As recently as 1971, wild mustangs were legally hunted on US public land. This finally changed, thanks to one determined woman and help from a brigade of children across the country.
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Parkland

birth of a movement
Explores the lives of some of the teenage survivors of the February 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, discussing how they became activists, started the #neveragain movement, took on the NRA and Congressional leaders, and tried to heal and deal with normal high school activities such as exams, athletics, prom, graduation, and college applications.
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Malala

my story of standing up for girls' rights
"Malala retells her story of speaking out for girls' education rights for chapter book readers"--Provided by publisher.
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Aung San Suu Kyi

Burmese politician and activist for democracy
A biography of Aung San Suu Kyi, whose efforts to establish a democratic government and ensure freedom for her people in Myanmar have been recognized around the world.

Parkland students challenge the National Rifle Association

Discusses the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, and how select students decided to take a stand against the NRA and government officials for their complacency on gun violence. Examines the debate from both sides and highlights individuals who are making an impact on the controversial topic. Includes color photographs, critical thinking questions, a glossary, sources for further information, and an index.
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Little boy

"Fuses elements of autobiography, literary criticism, poetry and philosophy, in a headlong, often stream-of-consciousness style." Follows Ferlinghetti's own life from childhood to adulthood, including service during WWII, and his life as gypsy in Paris.
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Malala Yousafzai

Text and photographs look at the life of Malala Yousafzai, a Muslim teenage girl from Pakistan, who advocates for education of women and children, and whom the Taliban attempted to assassinate on October 9, 2012.
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Malala

my story of standing up for girls' rights
"Malala retells her story of speaking out for girls' education rights for chapter book readers"--Provided by publisher.
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Muhammad Ali

fighting as a conscientious objector
2018
A biography of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, discussing his early life, his rise to fame as a world heavyweight champion, personal hardships, including his refusal to be drafted during the Vietnam War, and legacy.
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Malala Yousafzai

fighting for education
2016
A biography of Malala Yousafzai, a Muslim teenage girl from Pakistan, who advocates for education of women and children, and whom the Taliban attempted to assassinate on October 9, 2012.
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