Author: Miranda Paul
Illustrator: Ebony Glenn
Publisher: Clarion Books
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This book masterfully finds the right words—both kind and firm—to speak up against injustices, all delivered in succinct yet powerful rhymes. It addresses a wide range of important topics, including how to handle:
Mispronouncing your name
Others spreading lies
Unfair rules
Bullying
Apologizing
Expressing gratitude
Sharing feelings
Sharing when hurt or in danger
Each scenario is paired with clear, engaging imagery and actionable examples that make these messages both accessible and impactful. Families and teachers: repeat these mantras daily and place these words around the house/school!
What I particularly appreciate is the language used to describe communicating these messages: using a quiet voice or non-spoken method such as body language and facial expressions. It shows that even the softest words or quiet gestures can make a loud impact.
There is a companion book, titled Right Now, where you can read true stories of young activists from around the world. This book features mini biographies about Greta Thunberg, Jonas Corona, Malala Yousafzi, Jezz Jennings, and Robby Novak.
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