Girl Warriors: How 25 Young Activists Are Saving the Earth
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What Parents Need to Know
Parents need to know that Rachel Sarah's Girl Warriors: How 25 Young Activists Are Saving the Earth is a collection of short biographies of young women and girls, all under 25 years old, who are taking action against climate change and other social justice issues. It may inspire many readers to take action themselves. Some strong statements like killing the Earth and every living thing on it, or that humans are an endangered species, may provoke fear and anxiety in some readers. Many of the subjects talk about their own fears or anxiety disorders and how activism has helped them cope. The overall takeaway is hopeful, and there are lots of positive messages from a very diverse group that highlight curiosity, determination, and teamwork. The author once worked for Common Sense Media and later became a freelance book reviewer.
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What's the Story?
GIRL WARRIORS: HOW 25 YOUNG ACTIVISTS ARE SAVING THE EARTH is a collection of short biographies of young women and girls, all under the age of 25, who are fighting against climate change and for a better, healthier planet for all living things. From all around the world and many different backgrounds, the stories show just how much impact one person can have. They also highlight the connection between climate change and other social-justice problems. Readers will learn a little background about the subject's life, what inspired them to take some kind of action, their ongoing work, and the impact their actions have had on their own lives, the lives of others, and on climate activism around the world.
Is It Any Good?
This is a very informative collection of short biographies that inspires admiration for the young women subjects, and may well inspire some readers to take action themselves. Girl Warriors: How 25 Young Activists Are Saving the Earth does a good job not only of telling each subject's story, but of clearly explaining the issues they're taking on as well as what the impact or benefits are of their work and solutions. The format is very straightforward, so readers who are most inspired by colorful visuals may want to take it one story at a time, which is a good option since the stories aren't in any particular order.
Some of the common themes and threads that run through each story can seem repetitive when reading straight through. It's best enjoyed skipping around, reading one or two at a time guided by the reader's own curiosity. Websites and books listed at the end encourage further exploration for curious readers. It's a great resource and starting point for kids, especially girls, who want to know more about the climate crisis and social justice, and who could benefit from such inspirational stories.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about diversity in Girl Warriors. Why is it important to hear different voices, especially when we talk about big issues that affect everyone?
Who was your favorite biography subject, or did you have more than one? What do you like about them? What character strengths do they have?
The young women featured are working on a wide range of issues. Which ones are you most curious about? Look in the back of the book for ways to learn more about it.
Book Details
- Author: Rachel Sarah
- Genre: Biography
- Topics: Activism, Great Girl Role Models, Science and Nature
- Book type: Non-Fiction
- Publisher: Chicago Review Press
- Publication date: April 6, 2021
- Publisher's recommended age(s): 8 - 12
- Number of pages: 128
- Available on: Paperback, Nook, Kindle
- Last updated: June 21, 2021
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