Written in both Spanish and English, this book tells the story of Ixchel from Guatemala who wants to be part of the cultural arts tradition of Mayan weaving. Her mother says she is too young to learn and they cannot afford the threads for Ixchel to practice with. Ixchel's attempts to...

The "Open Doors to Your Community" project is a virtual door that guides young people to the actual door of local resources so they can learn about their community, take action, and build connections and understanding of their roles in community. 

What Is the Purpose of a...

This picture book combines English and Spanish for a lyrical celebration of a summer holiday. We spend a few delightful moments immersed in the details of any outdoor community celebration. The familiar elements of music, parade, costumes, food, and togetherness bring meaning to the Spanish...

In“The Librarian of Basra: A true story from Iraq,” Jeanette Winter brings to light the courage, innovation, and strength of a Muslim woman who saved 30,000 library books from bombing during the war in the Middle East. She organized her community to shelter books in their homes until...

This toolkit guides youth, educators, group leaders, families, and community groups as they investigate the issue of women and gender in society and prepare to take action. Contents:

• Current story 
• Definitions
• Key questions
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Aidan knows what it feels like to not quite belong. When he can fully express his true self, he helps his parents give his new baby sibling a wonderful welcome. This is a story about protecting and cherishing the uniqueness of each child. It is also the story of a child who was...

This toolkit guides youth, educators, group leaders, families, and community groups as they investigate the issue of homelessness and poverty and prepare to take action. Contents:

• Current story 
• Definitions
• Key questions
...

Learning about issues and using our voice is a right and a civic responsibility and vital to a healthy democracy. Teaching youth at the earliest ages about using their voice prepares them to be civically engaged as adults. It teaches them to learn more about issues and see each person as a...