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Loved the adult book and looking for a way to talk about it with the young readers in your life? These books, adapted for young readers, can be conversation starters.

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We're Better Than This

We're Better Than This

by Cummings, Elijah

eBook - 2021

As a U.S. Representative, Elijah Cummings fought for many important causes. In his memoir, learn about his life, from childhood in a segregated city, contributions to the civil rights movement, and his work in politics. As a U.S. Representative, Elijah Cummings fought for many important causes. In his memoir, learn about his life, from childhood in a segregated city, contributions to the civil rights movement, and his work in politics. Show less

As a U.S. Representative, Elijah Cummings fought for many important causes. In his memoir, learn about his life, from childhood in a segregated city, contributions to the civil rights movement, and his work in politics. As a U.S. Representative, Elijah Cummings fought for many important causes. In his memoir, learn about his life, from childhood in a segregated city, contributions to the civil rights movement, and his work in politics. Show less

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The Story of More

The Story of More

How We Got to Climate Change and Where to Go From Here : Adapted for Young Adults

by Jahren, Hope

Book - 2021

Covering issues like population growth and energy resources, paleobiologist Hope Jahren explains the current state of climate change, and how we came to be here. Jahren includes hopeful advice for positive steps forward. Covering issues like population growth and energy resources, paleobiologist Hope Jahren explains the current state of climate change, and how we came to be here. Jahren includes hopeful advice for positive steps forward. Show less

Covering issues like population growth and energy resources, paleobiologist Hope Jahren explains the current state of climate change, and how we came to be here. Jahren includes hopeful advice for positive steps forward. Covering issues like population growth and energy resources, paleobiologist Hope Jahren explains the current state of climate change, and how we came to be here. Jahren includes hopeful advice for positive steps forward. Show less

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Stamped

Stamped

Racism, Antiracism, and You

by Reynolds, Jason

Book - 2020

This book takes a hard look at racism and how racist ideas impact our current world by tracing the history of racism. Includes discussion about key figures in the fight against racism, and moments to pause and analyze. This book takes a hard look at racism and how racist ideas impact our current world by tracing the history of racism. Includes discussion about key figures in the fight against racism, and moments to pause and analyze. Show less

This book takes a hard look at racism and how racist ideas impact our current world by tracing the history of racism. Includes discussion about key figures in the fight against racism, and moments to pause and analyze. This book takes a hard look at racism and how racist ideas impact our current world by tracing the history of racism. Includes discussion about key figures in the fight against racism, and moments to pause and analyze. Show less

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Sisters of the War

Sisters of the War

Two Remarkable True Stories of Survival and Hope in Syria

by Abouzeid, Rania

Book - 2020

Profiles of two sets of sisters whose families are from opposite sides of the conflict in Syria. Profiles of two sets of sisters whose families are from opposite sides of the conflict in Syria. Show less

Profiles of two sets of sisters whose families are from opposite sides of the conflict in Syria. Profiles of two sets of sisters whose families are from opposite sides of the conflict in Syria. Show less

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One Life

One Life

by Durand, Sarah

Book - 2021

From kneeling during the anthem to fighting for gender equality, soccer star Megan Rapinoe is known for her activism. This memoir shares her story of how she became an athlete, and the causes she champions. From kneeling during the anthem to fighting for gender equality, soccer star Megan Rapinoe is known for her activism. This memoir shares her story of how she became an athlete, and the causes she champions. Show less

From kneeling during the anthem to fighting for gender equality, soccer star Megan Rapinoe is known for her activism. This memoir shares her story of how she became an athlete, and the causes she champions. From kneeling during the anthem to fighting for gender equality, soccer star Megan Rapinoe is known for her activism. This memoir shares her story of how she became an athlete, and the causes she champions. Show less

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How to Fight Racism

How to Fight Racism

A Guide to Standing up for Racial Justice

by Tisby, Jemar

Book - 2022

Dr. Jemar Tisby explores the ARC framework – awareness, relationships, and connection – in fighting racism and raising awareness of social justice. Includes tips for actions we can all take to make a change. Dr. Jemar Tisby explores the ARC framework – awareness, relationships, and connection – in fighting racism and raising awareness of social justice. Includes tips for actions we can all take to make a change. Show less

Dr. Jemar Tisby explores the ARC framework – awareness, relationships, and connection – in fighting racism and raising awareness of social justice. Includes tips for actions we can all take to make a change. Dr. Jemar Tisby explores the ARC framework – awareness, relationships, and connection – in fighting racism and raising awareness of social justice. Includes tips for actions we can all take to make a change. Show less

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The Racers

The Racers

How An Outcast Driver, An American Heiress, and A Legendary Car Challenged Hitler's Best

by Bascomb, Neal

Book - 2020

After being banned from driving for any German or Italian racing teams because he was Jewish, René Dreyfus was given a chance to beat the German racers when an American named Lucy Schell recruited him to drive a newly designed car. After being banned from driving for any German or Italian racing teams because he was Jewish, René Dreyfus was given a chance to beat the German racers when an American named Lucy Schell recruited him to drive a newly designed car. Show less

After being banned from driving for any German or Italian racing teams because he was Jewish, René Dreyfus was given a chance to beat the German racers when an American named Lucy Schell recruited him to drive a newly designed car. After being banned from driving for any German or Italian racing teams because he was Jewish, René Dreyfus was given a chance to beat the German racers when an American named Lucy Schell recruited him to drive a newly designed car. Show less

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Uncomfortable Conversations With A Black Boy

Uncomfortable Conversations With A Black Boy

by Acho, Emmanuel

Book - 2021

Inspired by his online series, Emmanuel Acho discusses a wide variety of questions with regard to both the history and current context of race and racism in America. Inspired by his online series, Emmanuel Acho discusses a wide variety of questions with regard to both the history and current context of race and racism in America. Show less

Inspired by his online series, Emmanuel Acho discusses a wide variety of questions with regard to both the history and current context of race and racism in America. Inspired by his online series, Emmanuel Acho discusses a wide variety of questions with regard to both the history and current context of race and racism in America. Show less

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Can't Stop Won't Stop

Can't Stop Won't Stop

A Hip-hop History

by Chang, Jeff

Book - 2021

Hip-hop music has forever changed the face of music. This book delves into the history of hip-hop, from the late 1960s to the early 2020s, looking at how music and society have impacted each other through the years. Hip-hop music has forever changed the face of music. This book delves into the history of hip-hop, from the late 1960s to the early 2020s, looking at how music and society have impacted each other through the years. Show less

Hip-hop music has forever changed the face of music. This book delves into the history of hip-hop, from the late 1960s to the early 2020s, looking at how music and society have impacted each other through the years. Hip-hop music has forever changed the face of music. This book delves into the history of hip-hop, from the late 1960s to the early 2020s, looking at how music and society have impacted each other through the years. Show less

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Dreyer's English

Dreyer's English

Good Advice for Good Writing : (adapted for Young Readers)

by Dreyer, Benjamin

Book - 2021

Grammar can feel intimidating, but Dreyer explains writing and usage rules in this guide. Grammar can feel intimidating, but Dreyer explains writing and usage rules in this guide. Show less

Grammar can feel intimidating, but Dreyer explains writing and usage rules in this guide. Grammar can feel intimidating, but Dreyer explains writing and usage rules in this guide. Show less

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A Rebel in Auschwitz

A Rebel in Auschwitz

The True Story of the Resistance Hero Who Fought the Nazis From Inside the Camp

by Fairweather, Jack

Book - 2021

Witold Pilecki joined the resistance after the Nazis invaded Poland during World War II. His assignment: infiltrate Auschwitz, report on what was happening inside the camp and fight back in whatever ways he and other prisoners could. Witold Pilecki joined the resistance after the Nazis invaded Poland during World War II. His assignment: infiltrate Auschwitz, report on what was happening inside the camp and fight back in whatever ways he and other prisoners could. Show less

Witold Pilecki joined the resistance after the Nazis invaded Poland during World War II. His assignment: infiltrate Auschwitz, report on what was happening inside the camp and fight back in whatever ways he and other prisoners could. Witold Pilecki joined the resistance after the Nazis invaded Poland during World War II. His assignment: infiltrate Auschwitz, report on what was happening inside the camp and fight back in whatever ways he and other prisoners could. Show less

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Killers of the Flower Moon

Killers of the Flower Moon

The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI : Adapted for Young Readers

by Grann, David

Book - 2021

After obtaining wealth from oil discovery in their land, members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma began being mysteriously murdered. This book investigates those murders, and the corruption and cover-ups surrounding them. After obtaining wealth from oil discovery in their land, members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma began being mysteriously murdered. This book investigates those murders, and the corruption and cover-ups surrounding them. Show less

After obtaining wealth from oil discovery in their land, members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma began being mysteriously murdered. This book investigates those murders, and the corruption and cover-ups surrounding them. After obtaining wealth from oil discovery in their land, members of the Osage Nation in 1920s Oklahoma began being mysteriously murdered. This book investigates those murders, and the corruption and cover-ups surrounding them. Show less

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Chasing the Truth

Chasing the Truth

A Young Journalist's Guide to Investigative Reporting

by Shamir, Ruby

Book - 2021

Kantor and Twohey, the journalists responsible for breaking the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment story, describe their process while giving an inside look at investigative journalism. Kantor and Twohey, the journalists responsible for breaking the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment story, describe their process while giving an inside look at investigative journalism. Show less

Kantor and Twohey, the journalists responsible for breaking the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment story, describe their process while giving an inside look at investigative journalism. Kantor and Twohey, the journalists responsible for breaking the Harvey Weinstein sexual harassment story, describe their process while giving an inside look at investigative journalism. Show less

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The Burning (Young Readers Edition)

The Burning (Young Readers Edition)

Black Wall Street and the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921

by Madigan, Tim

Downloadable Audiobook - 2021

Greenwood was a growing community in Oklahoma before a mob destroyed it during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. This book gives a detailed account of the massacre, and the history of white supremacy and racism leading up to it. Greenwood was a growing community in Oklahoma before a mob destroyed it during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. This book gives a detailed account of the massacre, and the history of white supremacy and racism leading up to it. Show less

Greenwood was a growing community in Oklahoma before a mob destroyed it during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. This book gives a detailed account of the massacre, and the history of white supremacy and racism leading up to it. Greenwood was a growing community in Oklahoma before a mob destroyed it during the Tulsa Race Massacre of 1921. This book gives a detailed account of the massacre, and the history of white supremacy and racism leading up to it. Show less

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Notes From A Young Black Chef

Notes From A Young Black Chef

Adapted for Young Adults

by Onwuachi, Kwame

Book - 2021

In his memoir, Kwame Onwuachi recounts the steps he took and obstacles he overcame in his journey to becoming a celebrated chef. In his memoir, Kwame Onwuachi recounts the steps he took and obstacles he overcame in his journey to becoming a celebrated chef. Show less

In his memoir, Kwame Onwuachi recounts the steps he took and obstacles he overcame in his journey to becoming a celebrated chef. In his memoir, Kwame Onwuachi recounts the steps he took and obstacles he overcame in his journey to becoming a celebrated chef. Show less

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Mighty Justice

Mighty Justice

The Untold Story of Civil Rights Trailblazer Dovey Johnson Roundtree

by Asim, Jabari

Book - 2020

From her childhood in North Carolina, to being one of the first members of the Women’s Army Corps, to working as an attorney and winning an important bus segregation case, Dovey Roundtree was an important figure in the civil rights movement. From her childhood in North Carolina, to being one of the first members of the Women’s Army Corps, to working as an attorney and winning an important bus segregation case, Dovey Roundtree was an important figure in the civil rights movement. Show less

From her childhood in North Carolina, to being one of the first members of the Women’s Army Corps, to working as an attorney and winning an important bus segregation case, Dovey Roundtree was an important figure in the civil rights movement. From her childhood in North Carolina, to being one of the first members of the Women’s Army Corps, to working as an attorney and winning an important bus segregation case, Dovey Roundtree was an important figure in the civil rights movement. Show less

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The Impossible Climb

The Impossible Climb

Alex Honnold, El Capitan, and A Climber's Life

by Synnott, Hampton

Book - 2021

Gives insight into the life and career of Alex Honnold, the only person to climb Yosemite’s El Capitan without the support of ropes. Gives insight into the life and career of Alex Honnold, the only person to climb Yosemite’s El Capitan without the support of ropes. Show less

Gives insight into the life and career of Alex Honnold, the only person to climb Yosemite’s El Capitan without the support of ropes. Gives insight into the life and career of Alex Honnold, the only person to climb Yosemite’s El Capitan without the support of ropes. Show less

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Fashionopolis

Fashionopolis

The Secrets Behind the Clothes We Wear : Young Readers Edition

by Thomas, Dana

Book - 2022

Gives an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry, from sourcing to manufacturing to selling and everything in between. This book covers t...Show more Gives an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry, from sourcing to manufacturing to selling and everything in between. This book covers the negative impacts of the industry on the environment, as well as efforts to modernize and improve for the future. Show less

Gives an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry, from sourcing to manufacturing to selling and everything in between. This book covers t...Show more Gives an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at the fashion industry, from sourcing to manufacturing to selling and everything in between. This book covers the negative impacts of the industry on the environment, as well as efforts to modernize and improve for the future. Show less

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The Lemon Tree

The Lemon Tree

An Arab, A Jew, and the Heart of the Middle East : Young Readers' Edition

by Tolan, Sandy

Book - 2020

A refugee returns to the home his family was forced to leave in Israel, and develops a friendship with the girl whose family later moved in. This book shares their perspectives of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. A refugee returns to the home his family was forced to leave in Israel, and develops a friendship with the girl whose family later moved in. This book shares their perspectives of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Show less

A refugee returns to the home his family was forced to leave in Israel, and develops a friendship with the girl whose family later moved in. This book shares their perspectives of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. A refugee returns to the home his family was forced to leave in Israel, and develops a friendship with the girl whose family later moved in. This book shares their perspectives of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Show less

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Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians but Were Afraid to Ask

Everything You Wanted to Know About Indians but Were Afraid to Ask

by Treuer, Anton

Book - 2021

Writing in a question-answer format, Dr. Treuer addresses a number of questions about Native cultures he has received during public lectures he’s given. Ranging from historical to current, Treuer’s answers cover a lot of ground. Writing in a question-answer format, Dr. Treuer addresses a number of questions about Native cultures he has received during public lectures he’s given. Ranging from historical to current, Treuer’s answers cover a lot of ground. Show less

Writing in a question-answer format, Dr. Treuer addresses a number of questions about Native cultures he has received during public lectures he’s given. Ranging from historical to current, Treuer’s answers cover a lot of ground. Writing in a question-answer format, Dr. Treuer addresses a number of questions about Native cultures he has received during public lectures he’s given. Ranging from historical to current, Treuer’s answers cover a lot of ground. Show less

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Disability Visibility

Disability Visibility

17 First-person Stories for Today : Adapted for Young Adults

Book - 2021

This collection features essays from 17 disabled writers. Each one shares a different focus on their lives and experiences. This collection features essays from 17 disabled writers. Each one shares a different focus on their lives and experiences. Show less

This collection features essays from 17 disabled writers. Each one shares a different focus on their lives and experiences. This collection features essays from 17 disabled writers. Each one shares a different focus on their lives and experiences. Show less

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The Radium Girls

The Radium Girls

The Scary but True Story of the Poison That Made People Glow in the Dark

by Moore, Kate

Book - 2020

Before we knew it was poisonous, radium was used in everything from medicine to paint. When a group of women hired to paint dials with radium paint began to get very sick, they fought to find out the truth and get the care they deserved. Before we knew it was poisonous, radium was used in everything from medicine to paint. When a group of women hired to paint dials with radium paint began to get very sick, they fought to find out the truth and get the care they deserved. Show less

Before we knew it was poisonous, radium was used in everything from medicine to paint. When a group of women hired to paint dials with radium paint began to get very sick, they fought to find out the truth and get the care they deserved. Before we knew it was poisonous, radium was used in everything from medicine to paint. When a group of women hired to paint dials with radium paint began to get very sick, they fought to find out the truth and get the care they deserved. Show less

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Overground Railroad

Overground Railroad

The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America

by Taylor, Candacy A.

Book - 2022

The Green Book, published in the 1930s through the 1960s, was a guide that listed safe places for Black travelers to eat, sleep, or shop. This book describes the Green Book and the conditions that led to its creation. The Green Book, published in the 1930s through the 1960s, was a guide that listed safe places for Black travelers to eat, sleep, or shop. This book describes the Green Book and the conditions that led to its creation. Show less

The Green Book, published in the 1930s through the 1960s, was a guide that listed safe places for Black travelers to eat, sleep, or shop. This book describes the Green Book and the conditions that led to its creation. The Green Book, published in the 1930s through the 1960s, was a guide that listed safe places for Black travelers to eat, sleep, or shop. This book describes the Green Book and the conditions that led to its creation. Show less

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