The Jane Addams Children's Book Award
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Jane Addams (1860–1935) was an inspired activist who struck at the roots of social injustice through persistent and thoughtful action, advocating for reforms in sanitation, housing and work conditions, and child labor. In 1915 Addams founded the Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom (WILPF), and in 1931 she became the first American female recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. Eighteen years after Addams’s death, members of the WILPF created the Jane Addams Children’s Book Award. Pres
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This comprehensive guide illuminates the powerful legacy of the Jane Addams Children's Book Award, tracing its origins back to the pioneering social work and peace activism of its namesake. Griffith meticulously documents how the award was established by members of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom to honor books that engage young readers with themes of social justice, peace, and equality. The book serves as both a historical record and an inspiring testament to how children's literature can carry forward Addams's vision of a more equitable world.
What distinguishes this work is its dual focus on celebrating literary excellence while demonstrating how picture books and young adult novels can become tools for social change. Educators, librarians, and parents seeking meaningful stories that tackle complex issues will find this an indispensable resource for building collections that matter. Through its exploration of award-winning titles, the book ultimately reveals how children's literature continues Jane Addams's crucial work of nurturing young activists and peacemakers.
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