Free the Children
This is the story that launched a movement. Winner of the prestigious Christopher Award, Free the Children has been translated into eight languages and inspired young people around the world to take action against child labour and poverty.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Young adults with a passion for social issues
Price: $21.95
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Me to We
Me to We is a manual, a manifesto and a movement. It’s a philosophy that is both timeless and revolutionary. It’s about finding meaning in our lives and our world by reaching out to others—by thinking we instead of me.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- parents
- educators
- mentors
Price: $20.00
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It Takes a Child
It Takes a Child is a fun, vibrant look back at Craig’s adventures throughout South Asia, learning about global issues and proving you’re never too young to change the world.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Children looking for inspiration to take action
Price: $10.95
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Take Action!
Want to begin changing the world? Take Action! is a hands-on guide to active citizenship, packed with the tools young people need to make a difference.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Children and young teens searching for the tools to make a difference
- Students in Grades 8–10
Price: $24.95
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Take More Action
Ready to take the next step? Take More Action is our advanced guide to global citizenship, empowering young people to be world-changers—around the world or in their own backyard.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Young activists looking to take the next step
- Students in Grade 10 and above
Price: $24.95
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The Making of an Activist
Warning: this book will change you. More than just a scrapbook of Free The Children’s remarkable evolution, it’s a testament to living an active, compassionate life. Explore the book. Catch the spark.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Teens with a passion for social issues
Price: $21.95
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My Maasai Life
In her early twenties Robin Wiszowaty left the ordinary world behind to join a traditional Maasai family. In the sweeping vistas and dusty footpaths of rural Kenya, she embraced a way of life unlike she’d ever known. With full-colour photographs from her adventures, Robin’s heart-wrenching story will inspire you to question your own definitions of home, happiness and family.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Adventurous adults, both young and old
- Book clubs
Price: $22.95
Pre-sale available now
Delivery starting August 1st, 2009
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Boy in Motion
Boy in Motion tells the story of Rick Hansen, a young man who learned that as a paraplegic he did not have to leave behind his childhood dreams. Instead, his dreams grew and grew, and he went on to change the lives of many people.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Children looking for inspiration to take action
Price: $12.00
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Flight of the Hummingbird
The hummingbird parable, with origins in the Quechuan people of South America, has become a talisman for environmentalists and activists who are committed to making meaningful change in the world. In this book, the parable is illustrated with artwork by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas, whose distinct and lively Haida Manga style engages perfectly with this inspirational story that encourages every individual to act on behalf of the world’s limited and precious resources.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Children with a passion for social issues
Price: $16.00
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Salmon Forest
David Suzuki and Sarah Ellis's charming and informative text, accompanied by Sheena Lott's exquisite watercolors, magically evokes the spirit and mystery of the West Coast rainforest. Together, text and illustrations illuminate the interconnectedness of the forest and the sea and of all life.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Children with a passion for social issues
Price: $10.95
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Change the World for Ten Bucks
The big problems of the world cause the average person to be paralyzed, thinking that big issues need big solutions. But big solutions often start with small actions that create ripple effects spreading across oceans. Change the World for Ten Bucks offers 50 simple, everyday actions that everyone can do to make a big difference.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Anyone looking for the tools to make a difference
Price: $10.00
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The Better World Handbook
The Better World Handbook is directed toward those who care about creating a more just, sustainable and socially responsible world but don't know where to begin. Substantially updated, this revised bestseller now contains more recent information on global problems, more effective actions and many new resources.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Anyone looking for the tools to make a difference
Price: $22.95
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The Better World Shopping Guide
The only comprehensive guide for socially and environmentally responsible consumers available, this book ranks every product on the shelf from A to F so you can quickly tell the "good guys" from the "bad guys" — turning your grocery list into a powerful tool to change the world. Whether you believe in environmental sustainability, human rights, animal protection, community involvement or social justice, this book is for you!
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Teens and adults with a passion for social issues
Price: $9.95
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The Green Teen
Written in easily accessible language, The Green Teen combines simple and quick eco-friendly tips, interviews with "green teens," ideas for organizing and communicating environmental change and a host of resources in a handy "grab-and-go" format.Today's teenagers are standing at the crossroads of environmental history. Global warming will fundamentally change the world as they know it within their lifetime. But how to keep their healthy environmental awareness from becoming environmental anxiety? The secret is to provide them with education and tools for positive action.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Young activists looking to take the next step
Price: $14.95
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Notes from Canada’s Young Activists
In the face of challenges such as burn-out, apathy, guilt and isolation, the young people featured in this book were inspired by their experiences both at home and abroad to effect change on political, environmental, humanitarian and community levels. Told with maturity but anchored in youthful idealism, these stories celebrate how young people are becoming leaders and are taking responsibility for their own and future generations.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Young adults looking for inspiration to take action
Price: $21.95
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EcoKids
EcoKids presents a coherent plan that will help parents and educators foster love for nature, teach children the importance of environmental protection and promote environmental values and inspire action—actions that will last a lifetime.
Ideal for the following audiences:
- Educators
- Parents
- Mentors
Price: $17.95
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Door Prize Package
A fun way to encourage full participation in your special event! 3 Copies of It Takes a Child3 Me to We scarves
3 T-shirts
Price = $240
Save over $35!
To order, please e-mail info@metowe.com or call 416.640.8190
“Thank You” Volunteer Package
Say “thank you” in a special way to those who worked so hard in making your gathering possible. 10 Copies of Me to We: Finding Meaning in a Material World, a New York Times Best Seller10 “Be the Change” T-shirts
Price = $625
Save over $60!
To order, please e-mail info@metowe.com or call 416.640.8190
Class Set
Bring social issues into your classroom through a class set of Me to We books. Class sets include 30 copies of the same book, enabling your students to read the stories individually and share new discoveries as a group! Price range (depending on the book) for sets of 30 = $295 – $675Save up to $300!
To order, please e-mail info@metowe.com or call 416.640.8190
Be the Change” Student Leader T-shirt
Encourage your students to ‘Be the Change.’ Shirts are made from bamboo and organic cotton, making them socially responsible and fashionable. Price: $15 each (on orders of 15 or more T-shirts)Save over $20!
To order, please e-mail info@metowe.com or call 416.640.8190
Library Package
The perfect way to keep the Me to We movement going within your school: a collection of books to keep in the library and share with students for years to come. Package includes one copy of each: Take Action!, Take More Action, Free the Children, Me to We: Finding Meaning in a Material World, The Making of an Activist, It Takes a Child and My Maasai Life. Package Price = $120Save $29.95!




























