political participation

"Digital citizenship curriculum needs to be taught at two levels at once--horizontal (the world immediately around students) and vertical (connecting to the rest of the world). This book provides education leaders a strategic road map that demonstrates how to incorporate these concepts into the curriculum . . . [It] provides a five-year-plan for developing a digital citizenship program in your school; covers such topics as digital ethics and leveled approaches to digital citizenship; walks through the digital citizenship responsibilities and opportunities inherent in various roles, including library media specialists, classroom educators and special ed teachers; and offers strategies for spreading digital citizenship internationally and explores the future of digital citizenship"--Provided by publisher.

Political commentator Arianna Huffington expresses her disgust with politics in the United States, and issues a challenge to average Americans to take action to restore governmental control to the people. Includes a directory of local and national activist groups.

Actor and comedian Russell Brand discusses political and social issues and offers advice on how people can change things.

Presents the argument that the election of Donald Trump was a detriment to American democracy and argues that the way to create a change towards fair and just democracy again is by mobilizing the young people of this time period. Highlights the stories and political activism of prominent young voices already speaking out--such as David and Laura Hogg, survivors of the Parkland school shooting, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the youngest woman to ever be elected to Congress.

"What if the impossible was actually possible? What if we turned our dreams into action? What if your imagination could help solve real-world crises, like war, famine, and human rights violations? Through a series of seemingly whimsical questions, this middle-grade nonfiction book introduces readers to people and organizations that are subverting violence, war and totalitarian power. What if soldiers refused to carry weapons? What if fighter pilots dropped seeds instead of bombs? What if music could be a creative force for democracy? None of these ideas are impossible--in fact, they are all true historical examples of ideas that have been put into action"--Provided by publisher.

In graphic novel format looks at corruption in the United States government.

". . . guide to [youth] changemaking, with advice on writing and pitching op-eds, organizing successful events and peaceful protests, time management as a student activist, utilizing social media and traditional media to spread a message, and sustaining long-term action"--Provided by publisher.

"Started as a hashtag after the death of Trayvon Martin, Black Lives Matter has become one of the most significant protest movements of our time. See how its activists and demonstrators have changed the course of history"--.

Prominently featured photos, artwork, and other visual elements will guide young adult readers through this lively, informative exploration of significant protests, sit-ins, and collective acts of resistance throughout US history.

Callie learns a lot about voting as her family gets involved in local and national elections and she campaigns to have the local wilderness park chosen for her class field trip.