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Rise Up and Sing!: Power, Protest, and Activism in Music

Andrea Warner, illustrated by Louise Reimer

Rise Up and Sing! introduces activism and social justice through music’s role in efforts to change the world. It looks at musicians familiar to young teens, including Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Lizzo, Lady Gaga, and Lil Nas X, while also turning to influential artists from earlier periods. The book connects songs and performers with protest and social change.

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Themes
Activism · Music · Social Justice
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Greystone Kids
Published
September 17, 2024
Pages
200
ISBN-13
9781778402159
Language
English
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