successful high school activists, from the Little Rock 9 to the Class of Tomorrow /
Dawson Barrett.
159 pages :
illustrations ;
18 cm
Includes bibliographical references (pages158-159).
Teenage Rebels provides a glimpse into the laws, policies, and political struggles that have shaped the lives of American high school students over the last one hundred years. Through dozens of case studies, Dawson Barrett recounts the strikes, marches, and picket lines of teens all over the US as they demand better textbooks, start recycling programs, and protest the censorship of student newspapers. Using historically influenced artwork and accessible writing, this book is for anyone who has ever challenged the rules and wished for a better world.
QBI
1394249
Adolescence-- United States-- History-- 20th century.
Dissenters-- United States.
Political activists-- United States.
Popular culture-- United States-- History-- 20th century.
Social reformers-- United States.
Teenagers-- United States-- History-- 20th century.