You Are Mighty: A Guide to Changing the World

What a great resource, not just for kids but also for adults as well. The book is thoughtfully organized and illustrated. Every chapter gives several real world examples, and then suggestions for ways the reader might come up with their own ideas. There is a little workbook at the end of each chapter that is a great starting point for action.The book address many complicated and intense real world problems such as racism, sexism, violence, so I strongly suggest that an adult is available to help a child navigate some complex vocabulary and ideas. That said, it is written in a manner that is very approachable and understandable by a young adult or teenager.Overall, I love the hopefulness and positive approach. Yes, there are many things in the world that might seem terrible or unjust, but you are not helpless, you can say something or do something, you can help to bring about change. I think this is a super powerful message and genuinely moving. I bought about a dozen copies and am planning to give them to many of the important children in my life.

After the presidential election, I've been thinking about ways for my kids to make positive change in the world, and these stories of what kids are doing are so inspiring -- for people of all ages! This will be a go-to gift for all progressive kids in my life.

Book provides young readers with step by step instructions on how to become active and involved with issues (social, civil, environmental) that they deeply care about.

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As a mom, teacher, and child advocate… I know that children have amazing outlooks on life and love to have their words heard- either in play or being serious. When it comes to large matters that affect other people often times they have been shut out. With easier access to information and being able to connect with other children around the globe – times have changed. Kids have realized they have more voice now than ever and they can make a difference. This book takes a look at different ways this can happen with simple explanations and examples from other children around the world and throughout history. It also gives tips and provides question prompts to help your thought process and call you to action. I think this book should be made available to every young person and in every classroom. This is a much needed book for the times we live in. Children need to know that whatever their cause, whatever slight change or reach they make… that they can achieve change; that they are mighty.

I loved this book! It's practical and energizing. Each chapter focuses on simple, practical ways to change the world from writing letters to organizing a march to making lifestyle changes. I liked that it included stories of other young activists who've made a difference in the world, too. This is a great book for middle or late elementary school kids and for families to read together. It definitely made me want to change the world with my kids.