Books for Middle School and Up
Contemporary
Human Rights Activists by Eileen Lucas, 1997.
This book includes portraits of Mother theresa, Jimmy Carter and other activists.
(Grades 6-9).
Marie in the Shadow of the Lion by Jerry Piasecki, 2001.
A moving story about a young girl living in an area of Africa struck by the realities of war. Illustrates how war changes lives tragically and instantly. (High School Level).
Stand Up For Your Rights edited by Paul Atgwa, 2000.
Through photos, cartoons and young people's experiences worldwide, this book introduces students to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and background on the United Nations.
This book includes portraits of Mother theresa, Jimmy Carter and other activists.
(Grades 6-9).
Marie in the Shadow of the Lion by Jerry Piasecki, 2001.
A moving story about a young girl living in an area of Africa struck by the realities of war. Illustrates how war changes lives tragically and instantly. (High School Level).
Stand Up For Your Rights edited by Paul Atgwa, 2000.
Through photos, cartoons and young people's experiences worldwide, this book introduces students to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and background on the United Nations.