During the Informational Research Writing Unit you will explore the topic of Teen Activism. You will immerse yourself in reading about Teens who have made a difference in the world. The first piece of writing will be about the topic of Teen Activism in general, after which you will choose a specific aspect of Teen Activism to further explore and write about. The product will be an Information Booklet. Finally, you will find a way to share your topic in a digital way.
Below are links you can access to read about Teen Activism and Teen Activists.
A Collection of Teen Activists
Six Teenagers Changing the World
Shorty Award Winners in Teen Activism
Girls and Education
Supporting Education and Activism on Malala Day
Child Labor
Free the Children (Iqbal and Craig Kielberger)
A Crusader Against Child Labor
Environmental
Youth and Environmental Activism
Alex Lin - e-Waste (electronics waste)
Kelsey Juliana - Walks Across America for Climate Action
Animal Rights
Ayna Agarwal - Problem of Stray Animals
Bullying
Founder of We Stop Hate - Anti-Bullying Foundation