Peaceful Protests: Voices for Peace: Jane Adams, Muhammad Ali, John Lennon, Leymah Gbowee (Curious Fox Books) For Kids Grade 4-6, Nonviolent Anti-War Movements in History

by Wayne L. Wilson

The perfect way for young readers to learn about the greatest peace protests in history! Peaceful Voices for Peace is a narrative non-fiction book for kids that highlights some of the greatest peace protests in history, including nonviolent antiwar demonstrations. Young readers will learn about marches, rallies, vigils, and boycotts, as well as brave individuals and groups who have opposed war at the risk of ridicule, imprisonment, and even death. Learn about the efforts of Jane Addams — founder of the Women's Peace Party — Muhammad Ali, Lymah Gbowee, John Lennon, Yoko Ono, and more! This book features historical photos, a chronological timeline of events, chapter notes, further reading recommendations including books, works consulted, and the internet, and a helpful index. Kids will be fascinated while learning about the world's greatest anti-war protests, with Peaceful Voices for Peace !

48 pages, Hardcover

Published March 5, 2024

About the author

WAYNE L. WILSON was born and raised in Los Angeles, California. He received a Master of Arts in Education from UCLA and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from UCSB. Before establishing a career in writing, Wilson co-owned and operated an international publishing company specializing in innovative multicultural designs. Wayne has authored novels, screenplays, short stories, essays, PSAs, memoirs, biographies, history books, college textbooks, and a wide array of books for children and young adults. Moreover, he’s served as a ghostwriter for various books and publications. Wilson is a member of the Writer’s Guild of America.