Cover of Rise Up and Write It by Nandini Ahuja, illustrated by Anoosha Syed. It features five children standing outdoors holding letters, posters, and clipboards, with a dog beside them and a sign reading "Let it grow!" in the background.

Rise Up and Write It

Written by Nandini Ahuja

The book comes complete with a pull-out letter to the mayor, a ready-to-sign petition, a community meeting poster, a protest sign—and more!

When Farah Patel realizes that the butterflies have disappeared from her neighborhood, she discovers that it’s likely because there aren’t enough flowers to attract them. She can’t help but think, “This isn’t right.”

Luckily enough, Grove Hills is looking for ideas on what to do with the empty lot next door. And Farah has the perfect one—make it into a community garden to bring back a little green to their block! But when Farah finds out that she isn’t the only one with a plan for the future of Grove Hills, she’ll have to turn to her community for help.

Cartoon girl with large glasses, brown hair, wearing a blue jacket, holding a marker, standing confidently.
A cartoon girl with brown hair in a ponytail, wearing glasses, a yellow striped dress, pink star-patterned leggings, brown shoes, a blue jacket, and carrying a stack of papers or books.

“This interactive guide to activism and its endearing protagonist both burst with energy”

–kirkus reviews ★ starred review ★

“An important book that teaches about civic action. Readers will learn the different steps to make a difference.”

–Toronto star

“A general purchase recommendation for both library and classroom, [Rise Up and Write It] showcases a strong young female character who actively pursues positive change by developing her own strengths.”

–school library journal

Golden yellow star-shaped and circular doodles on a gold background.
Pattern of red tulips and white flowers with orange centers on a yellow background.
Pattern of red tulips and white flowers with orange centers on green leaves against a yellow background.
Pattern of red tulips and white daisies with green leaves and yellow stars on a yellow background.
Pattern of red tulips and white flowers with yellow centers on a yellow background.
Pattern of red tulips and white daisies with yellow centers on a yellow background.
Pattern of red tulips and white flowers with yellow centers on a yellow background.

Peek Inside

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