Tyner, Artika R. Changemakers in Activism: Women Leading the Way. Alternator Books: The Future Is Female. Lerner, 01/2024. 32pp. Nonfiction. PLB $30.65. 979-8765608838. Paper $10.99. 979-8765624975. GRADES 3–6. ADDITIONAL.
SERIES REVIEW: In this series on women in specific fields, each person is given a color photo and just a brief paragraph on their contributions to the topic. The book on activists includes Greta Thunberg, Sylvia Mendez, Delaney Tarr (March for our Lives), and Joan Baez. There are women of all ages and the majority represent Indigenous communities or ethnic minorities. Also, women from around the world are included, although the majority are from the U.S. Unfortunately, there is just not enough information to make this impactful. The book design will attract readers due to the photos, sidebars, and page decorations, making this appealing to older children who are not strong readers. Each book concludes with a limited index, glossary, and list of related books and websites.
Penny Peck—SJSU iSchool