There is no shortage of young adult books with social justice themes. From novels that explore the challenges faced by marginalized groups to stories that center around young people working to make the world a better place, these books can be powerful tools for sparking conversations and promoting equality.
Here are 3 young adult books with social justice themes that are worth checking out.
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
The Hate U Give is a powerful novel about a young woman named Starr who is caught in the middle of a struggle between two groups of people: the police officers who are trying to keep the community safe and the young people who are protesting police brutality. Starr’s story is filled with the challenges and injustices that minority groups face on a daily basis. This book is perfect for sparking conversations about the importance of social justice and the ways that we can all work together to make the world a better place.
Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys
Ruta Sepetys’s Between Shades of Gray is a story about a young girl named Lina who is forced to flee her home during the Lithuanian Civil War. Lina’s journey takes her to various parts of the world, and she experiences the challenges that refugees face on a daily basis. This book is perfect for sparking discussions about the importance of social justice and the ways that we can all work together to make the world a better place.
Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
Perks of Being a Wallflower is a story about a high school student who is struggling to find his place in the world. Charlie is an introverted teenager who is struggling to find his place in the world. This book is perfect for sparking discussions about the importance of social justice and the ways that we can all work together to make the world a better place.
