Books That Inspire Hope and Change


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Rooted in the pursuit of justice and dignity, these books center on hope in the face of injustice and the power of voices that refuse to be silenced. They honor the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr. by exploring compassion, courage, and the belief that change is possible. Perfect for readers seeking stories that challenge, inspire, and uplift.

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Express your commitment to equality and human rights with this powerful Social Justice Civil Rights design


A Song Below Water

Bethany C. Morrow's A Song Below Water is the story for today's readers ― a captivating modern fantasy about Black sirens, friendship, and self-discovery set against the challenges of today's racism and sexism.


March

Winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature.

Discover the inside story of the Civil Rights Movement through the eyes of one of its most iconic figures, Congressman John Lewis.


I am Martin Luther King, Jr.

As a child, Martin Luther King, Jr. was shocked by the terrible and unfair way African American people were treated. When he grew up, he decided to do something about it—peacefully, with powerful words.


When Spring Arrives

“When Spring Arrives” is written straight from the heart and showcases the author’s poetic artistry, complemented by artworks that take readers on a meaningful journey from the depths of broken relationships to the emergence of new love.


Ruby Bridges Goes to School: My True Story

The extraordinary true story of Ruby Bridges, the first Black child to integrate a New Orleans school -- now with simple text for young readers!


How to Be an Antiracist

Antiracism is a transformative concept that reorients and reenergizes the conversation about racism—and, even more fundamentally, points us toward liberating new ways of thinking about ourselves and each other.


I Am Malala

A MEMOIR BY THE YOUNGEST RECIPIENT OF THE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
I AM MALALA will make you believe in the power of one person's voice to inspire change in the world.


Separate Is Never Equal

Sylvia Mendez and Her Family’s Fight for Desegregation. When her family moved to the town of Westminster, California, young Sylvia Mendez was excited about enrolling in her neighborhood school. But she and her brothers were turned away and told they had to attend the Mexican school instead.


Work Gloves

Ready to roll up your sleeves and do some good volunteering? Wear these gloves to do the good work.


Martin Luther King Jr.

Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this Little Golden Book biography all about the civil rights leader! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers.


The Fire Next Time

At once a powerful evocation of James Baldwin's early life in Harlem and a disturbing examination of the consequences of racial injustice, the book is an intensely personal and provocative document from the iconic author of If Beale Street Could Talk and Go Tell It on the Mountain.


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