Allyship as Action: 7 Ways to Advocate for Others (Orca Take Action)

By: Tanya Boteju

Sign Up Now! Already a Member? Log In
You must be logged into Bookshare to access this title. Learn about membership options, or view our freely available titles.

Synopsis: ★“A succinct, honest overview on allyship. Middle schoolers will appreciate the accessible text, which never feels preachy or patronizing. A strong first buy for its explanations and examples of how to become an ally, while clearly explaining that it is ongoing and personal work.” — School Library Journal (SLJ), starred review Being an ally is about learning and action. It's a constant, ongoing willingness to engage in the hard, confronting work of standing alongside those who don't have the same privileges. As a young person, it can be difficult to take a stand for others when the need to fit in is so strong. But everyone can be an ally. Learn to acknowledge the privileges you have based on your identity, the difference between allyship and being a performative ally and how to address mistakes when we make them. In this book, young readers will work through realistic scenarios that show allyship in action and develop tools to become the best allies they can be. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.