Activists Assemble-We Are All Equal!

by Shannon Weber

Overview

We all have the right to be treated equally, but what exactly is equality? Activists Assemble: We Are All Equal explains what it is to be a citizen, how important it is to treat, and be treated, as equal within the society, and how you can use your voice to champion equality.

Shannon Weber's inviting and accessible text allows readers to understand why equality should be celebrated. Discover the history of equality—both the successes and the tragedies, meet past and present faces who overcame discrimination to be a voice for us all, and explore ways you can make a difference and challenge inequality. Important topics such as disabilities, gender, religion, and race are discussed, giving readers all the information and practical advice needed to get their voices heard.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780753476932
Publisher:	Kingfisher
Publication date:	01/12/2021
Series:	Activists Assemble
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	8.44(w) x 10.44(h) x 0.41(d)
Age Range:	8 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

What is Equality? 4

Gender

What is Gender? 6

Fighting Gender Stereotypes 7

Understanding Feminism 8

Feminism for Boys and Men 9

Girls' and Women's Rights Around the Globe 10

Fighting Beauty Myths 12

Sexuality

What is Sexuality? 14

Activism for LGBTG+ Rights 16

Disabilit

What is Disability? 18

Disability and Inequality 20

Race

What is Racism? 22

The Legacy of Slavery 24

Apartheid 26

Colorism 28

Black Lives Matter 30

Class

What is Classism? 32

Workers and Trade Unions 34

Fighting Worker Exploitation 36

Nationalism

What is Nationalism? 38

Understanding Xenophobia 39

Equality for Immigrants and Refugees 40

Religion

What is Freedom of Religion? 42

Religious Pluralism 44

Religion and Equality 45

Glossary 46

Index 48

Activities

Discussion Time 49

Quiz 55

Find Out 57

Get Active 59

Writing and Drawing Activities 61