Books like Lydia by Marilyn Kaye
Lydia is a spirited fourteen‑year‑old who loves to tackle controversial topics. Together with her three sisters, she launches an alternative school newspaper and strives to open the football team to girls. The story follows her efforts to persuade teachers, classmates, and family to embrace gender equality on the field, illustrating the challenges and triumphs of standing up for one's beliefs while balancing sibling dynamics.
Set in a contemporary school environment, the narrative explores themes of activism, gender roles, and the power of youth-led journalism.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Marilyn Kaye
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