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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2020
The Black Kids
A teen's life unravels amid the chaos of the 1992 LA riots.
400 pages· 91,156 words· Est. 8.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 11,338 ratings
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Books About Protest Movements · 16 titles considered
The Best Protest Movements Books for Kids
By the Bookroo Editors
Looking for excellent children's books about protest movements? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.
Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.
The Shortlist
Our 10 Favorite Books About Protest Movements
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Chapter Book · Ages 6–10 · 2013
Violet Mackerel's Pocket Protest
Two friends launch a tiny protest to save a beloved tree from removal.
128 pages
4.3/5 Goodreads · 164 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2020
Love Is Powerful
By Heather Dean Brewer, LeUyen Pham (Illustrator)
A young girl discovers her voice can inspire change in a divided world.
32 pages
4.2/5 Goodreads · 439 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
Property of the Rebel Librarian
A girl defies censorship by secretly sharing banned books, risking everything for the freedom to read.
288 pages
4.1/5 Goodreads · 2,553 ratings
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Graphic Nov.
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–14 · 2023
Wildfire
By Breena Bard
A wildfire uproots a girl's life, forcing her to confront past friendships and climate change activism.
282 pages· 11,126 words· Est. 1.5 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 760 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 14–18 · 2018
Anger Is a Gift
By Mark Oshiro
A teen must decide if anger can be a force for change amidst chaos and tragedy.
464 pages· 118,283 words· Est. 11 hour read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 6,543 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2018
Dawn Raid
By Pauline Vaeluaga Smith, Mat Hunkin (Illustrator)
A 12-year-old's life changes as her family joins a protest movement in 1976 New Zealand.
288 pages
4.0/5 Goodreads · 734 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2017
Ethan Marcus Stands Up
A student's protest against sitting leads to unexpected school drama and invention challenges.
272 pages· 42,605 words· Est. 6 hour read
3.9/5 Goodreads · 144 ratings
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–11 · 2006
That Girl Lucy Moon
A girl challenges corruption to defend sledding rights in her town.
304 pages
3.9/5 Goodreads · 273 ratings
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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2018
If You're Going to a March
By Martha Freeman, Violet Kim (Illustrator)
Discover the essentials of joining a march and exercising your right to assemble.
26 pages
4.8/7 Bookroo experts·3.7/5 Goodreads · 226 ratings
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Protest Movements Picture Books
Illustrated read-alouds about protest movements for preschool and elementary-age readers.
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Hands Up!
Ages 4–8 · 2019
A girl's raised hands symbolize joy, growth, and protest.
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Peaceful Fights for Equal Rights
Ages 4–8 · 2018
Discover how one voice can spark change and unite for the common good.
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The Protest
Ages 4–8 · 2021
Can kids save their beloved garden from destruction?
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Protest Movements Chapter Books & Middle Grade
Longer stories about protest movements for developing and independent readers.
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The History of the Civil Rights Movement
Ages 6–9 · 2021
Explore the fight for equality and the ongoing impact of the civil rights movement.
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Volleyball Dreams
Ages 8–12 · 2012
A volleyball court's fate hinges on teamwork. Can Ramona unite her team in time?
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The Strange Wonders of Roots
Ages 8–12 · 2024
A girl battles to save a grove of trees from destruction in a divided town.