Generation Fix: Young Ideas for a Better World

by Elizabeth Rusch

Stories of real teens creating change show readers how they too can make the world a better place.

GENERATION FIX is the only kid's book that features real life stories of kids doing incredible things to make the world a better place. Capturing kids ideas on how to solve the problems that we face in this world - hunger, homelessness, violence, discrimination, and problems with health care, education, and the environment - the book also inspires them to take action with their own ideas and resources. GENERATION FIX profiles 20+ kids who have changed the world by taking action on their ideas. Each chapter also includes resources and activities for kids to get involved right now in their communities and a place for kids to write down their own solutions to world problems. The book will include smart, funny, and dead serious ideas for kids across the country who are brainstorming methods for improving the world.

176 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2002

About the author

ELIZABETH RUSCH is an award-winning book author, magazine writer, editor, writing teacher and speaker. Her wide-ranging passions include astronomy, volcanology, art, music, history, nature, waves, jokes, crayons, and mud — anything that catches her fancy. She is inspired by stories of exploration and discovery, stories that have been overlooked by history, and stories that grapple with persistent questions. Whether writing fiction or nonfiction for children or adults or teaching workshops, she hopes her work opens doors, opens minds, opens possibilities.

Reviews

[Shahar Eden · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are so many people that changed this world. We even celebrate some of their work with assemblies and ceremonies. But this book is amazing to show kids that even one small child can make a difference in the community, in the city, and in the world. All you have to do is want the change. A great educational tool for teachers!

[Melody · Rating 2 out of 5]

Selected this for the narrator.