Rise Up and Write It

By Nandini Ahuja, Anoosha Syed

Price: $19.99

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Rise Up and Write It

By Nandini Ahuja, Anoosha Syed

Price: $19.99

About the Book

Rise Up and Write It combines a celebration of civic engagement with the hands-on fun of real pull-out examples of activism tools and is sure to encourage young readers to want to get up and get involved.

The book comes complete with a pull-out letter to the mayor, a ready-to-sign petition, a community meeting poster, a protest sign—and more!

When Farah Patel realizes that the butterflies have disappeared from her neighborhood, she discovers that it’s likely because there aren’t enough flowers to attract them. She can’t help but think, “This isn’t right.”

Luckily enough, Grove Hills is looking for ideas on what to do with the empty lot next door. And Farah has the perfect one—make it into a community garden to bring back a little green to their block! But when Farah finds out that she isn’t the only one with a plan for the future of Grove Hills, she’ll have to turn to her community for help.

Open the six envelopes inside to follow along with the story Farah as she rises up and brings her neighborhood together.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063029590
Imprint: HarperCollins
On Sale: Jan 5, 2021
List price: $19.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 8.000 in (w) x 10.300 in (h) x 0.450 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Politics & Government
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / General (see also headings under Family)
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Science & Nature / Environment
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BISAC 5:
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Nandini Ahuja

Biography

Nandini Ahuja is a social worker in New York City. She spends much of her time searching for the perfect doughnut and thinking about magic. Nandini lives with her husband in a cozy apartment, where they drink lots of coffee. 

Anoosha Syed

Biography

Anoosha Syed is an illustrator, author, and educator. With a passion for inclusive storytelling and inspired by her Pakistani heritage, she has illustrated over forty children’s books, including her authored titles That’s Not My Name! and Lost Stick. Anoosha grew up in the Middle East, received her degree in illustration in Switzerland, and is now painting away in Dallas, Texas, until her next big adventure.

Reviews

“This interactive guide to activism and its endearing protagonist both burst with energy.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“A general purchase recommendation for both library and classroom, [Rise Up and Write It] showcases a strong young female character who actively pursues positive change by developing her own strengths.” — School Library Journal

“An important book that teaches about civic action. Readers will learn the different steps to make a difference.” — Toronto Star

About the Book

Rise Up and Write It combines a celebration of civic engagement with the hands-on fun of real pull-out examples of activism tools and is sure to encourage young readers to want to get up and get involved.

The book comes complete with a pull-out letter to the mayor, a ready-to-sign petition, a community meeting poster, a protest sign—and more!

When Farah Patel realizes that the butterflies have disappeared from her neighborhood, she discovers that it’s likely because there aren’t enough flowers to attract them. She can’t help but think, “This isn’t right.”

Luckily enough, Grove Hills is looking for ideas on what to do with the empty lot next door. And Farah has the perfect one—make it into a community garden to bring back a little green to their block! But when Farah finds out that she isn’t the only one with a plan for the future of Grove Hills, she’ll have to turn to her community for help.

Open the six envelopes inside to follow along with the story Farah as she rises up and brings her neighborhood together.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780063029590
Imprint: HarperCollins
On Sale: Jan 5, 2021
List price: $19.99
No of pages: 48
Trim Size: 8.000 in (w) x 10.300 in (h) x 0.450 in (d)
BISAC 1: JUVENILE FICTION / Politics & Government
BISAC 2: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Themes / General (see also headings under Family)
BISAC 3: JUVENILE FICTION / Science & Nature / Environment
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:
BISAC 6:

Nandini Ahuja

Biography

Nandini Ahuja is a social worker in New York City. She spends much of her time searching for the perfect doughnut and thinking about magic. Nandini lives with her husband in a cozy apartment, where they drink lots of coffee. 

Anoosha Syed

Biography

Anoosha Syed is an illustrator, author, and educator. With a passion for inclusive storytelling and inspired by her Pakistani heritage, she has illustrated over forty children’s books, including her authored titles That’s Not My Name! and Lost Stick. Anoosha grew up in the Middle East, received her degree in illustration in Switzerland, and is now painting away in Dallas, Texas, until her next big adventure.

Reviews

“This interactive guide to activism and its endearing protagonist both burst with energy.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

“A general purchase recommendation for both library and classroom, [Rise Up and Write It] showcases a strong young female character who actively pursues positive change by developing her own strengths.” — School Library Journal

“An important book that teaches about civic action. Readers will learn the different steps to make a difference.” — Toronto Star

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