J is for Justice
Item Number: K11
Time Left: CLOSED
Description
Inspired by an activist's countless experiences at protests with her child, J is for Justice: A Social Justice Book for Kids by Nekima Levy Armstrong, is an empowering introduction to activism for kids - teaching young readers the power of protest, community, and many voices coming together as one.
Baby Joy is on a walk with her mom when she hears voices and drumming.
As the crowd comes closer, Baby Joy recognizes people from her neighborhood. She hears them shouting different words, like "freedom" and "justice."
Her mom explains there's a protest going on - and Baby Joy wants to join!
Author Nekima Levy Armstrong is an attorney, freedom fighter, and community organizer. She is a former president of the Minneapolis NAACP and frequently speaks about racial justice advocacy.
Illustrator Tiffany Baker is a Chicago-born, Brooklyn-based visual artist working in oil, acrylic, graphite, digital, and glass.
A great book for aspiring activists everywhere - and it's autographed!
Special Instructions
Item will be available for pick up in one of two ways:
- If you are attending the event, you can pick up at the end of Seeds of Change on March 31.
- If you are unable to attend, the item will be available for pick up at Crossroads Fund's Logan Square office after April 10.