Fall 2024
Responsibility and Your World
From the Set Spotlight On an Equitable World
Most teens are responsible for homework and getting good grades. They likely have chores, such as dishes or lawn care, that an adult expects them to take care of on a daily or weekly basis. Perhaps they have a younger sibling who depends on them for rides to school or afterschool care. These are all responsibilities related to personal and familial obligations, but what about a responsibility to the community and the world itself? Learning social responsibility means understanding the ways you are connected with others. Teens become aware of social responsibility by seeing it take place in the real world. The information in this volume will help readers understand the importance of key concepts, such as service learning, volunteering, and self-efficacy.
SLJ Review of Spotlight On an Equitable World
Gr 6–10—This series equips young readers with the tools and knowledge to engage in the fight for social justice. It emphasizes the importance of empathy, warns against the dangers of social isolation, and highlights key struggles for a more just world. Readers will explore barriers to equality and learn actionable steps they can take to contribute, such as mentoring, donating food or goods, and respecting differences. The series promotes a mindset that encourages responsible and respectful behavior, integrating social-emotional learning within the broader context of societal change. It also highlights where society is falling short and introduces the people working to make a difference. Each book includes a glossary and index. VERDICT A useful addition, especially for collections lacking in social-emotional learning resources.
School Library Journal
Author: Mary Ratzer
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