Showing results for "Movements of Movements" in Children's Audiobooks

On September 16, 1965, Filipino and Mexican American migrant workers joined together to strike against the grape growers in Delano, California. The farmers left the fields to demand better wages and benefits. Led by Larry Itliong, Cesar Chavez, and Dolores Huerta, the two groups created a union called the United Farm Workers of America.

In the late 1800s, newsboys—or “newsies”—were a critical part of the newspaper industry. They bought stacks of papers from newspaper publishers and then sold them on city streets for a small profit. But in 1898, William Randolph Hearst’s New York Journal and Joseph Pulitzer’s New York World raised the cost of 100 papers by 10 cents. The price increase cut into the newsboys’ profits, and by the summer of 1899 their frustration boiled over. They banded together and showed the world how activists of any age can use a strike.

Nat Turner, an enslaved black man, believed he was chosen by God to battle against the evils of slavery. Driven by visions, Turner banded with six others, and on August 22, 1831, his rebellion began with attacks at plantations in Southampton, Virginia. As he and his group moved from plantation to plantation, dozens of enslaved men joined them. Finally, the local militia put an end to their movement, arresting and hanging many of the men involved.

In November 1909, thousands of factory workers walked off the job to protest the terrible working conditions in New York City factories. Joining the picket lines was dangerous, with thugs and police officers harassing picketers, but the protests stirred action. Many factory owners finally agreed to some of the workers’ demands and improved conditions. But nothing changed for workers at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory, and those workers would pay a high price for the company's dangerous conditions.

When 6-year-old Ruby Bridges and her mother went to William Frantz Elementary School on November 14, 1960, they arrived to find an angry crowd of white people shouting racist insults. For her safety, Ruby had to be escorted to school every day by U.S. Marshals. But despite the hateful attitudes of others, Ruby didn't miss a single day of school that year.

It's March 2, 1955, and an ordinary 15-year-old girl from Montgomery, Alabama is about to do something extraordinary. When a white bus driver orders Claudette Colvin to give up her seat for a white passenger, she refuses to move. After Claudette is arrested, her brave actions help inspire Civil Rights leaders organize bus boycotts and perform similar acts to defy segregation laws.

This audiobook describes how animals get around and why they move the way they do. Animals shown include a kangaroo, a gecko, a bluefin tuna, a spider monkey, a gazelle, a sidewinder, a jellyfish, a bat, and a penguin.

Spark a Movement, brought to you by the Pediatric Movement Center, aims to ignite and mobilize individuals to do their part in developing a supportive and inclusive community that provides recreational, educational and leisure opportunities for children of all abilities. Our show is designed to give listeners insightful and practical information that affect our children, as well as providing listeners with inspiring stories from local families. In each podcast, we will tackle a variety of topics that affect children physically, emotionally, and socially. The Spark a Movement Podcast will host ...

Mother Founder Musings is a weekly audio journal and digital diary from the trenches of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Hosted by Darcy Boucher, founder of the Mother Founder Movement and Bowda Creative Co., this isn’t a polished playbook. It’s a record of reality. These weekly reflections explore what it actually looks like to grow a business while raising kids: the chaos, the clarity, the contradictions. No matter where you're at you are seen, supported, and celebrated here.

In 1942, when Mahatma Gandhi asks Indians to give one family member to the freedom movement, 10-year-old Anjali is devastated to think of her father risking his life for the freedom struggle. But it turns out he isn't the one joining. Anjali's mother is. And with this change comes many more adjustments designed to improve their country and use "ahimsa" - non-violent resistance - to stand up to the British government. First the family must trade in their fine foreign-made clothes for homespun cotton, so Anjali has to give up her prettiest belongings.

Step right up to "The Goddess Movement," the only podcast where the rulebook gets tossed out the window and stepping into your badass self is the order of the day. Hosted by Aryn, your personal rebellion leader and no-BS guide to living large, this show is an open invitation to anyone who's tired of the same old life scripts.We’re here to shake things up – talking movement, leadership, parenting, relationships, and how to express your true self without filters. Aimed at women and anyone with a heartbeat seeking more from life, "The Goddess Movement" is your backstage pass to the life ...

Welcome to the "Movement is The Medicine" podcast. Our goal is to explore the profound impact of physical activity on our overall well-being. We will cover various topics related to sports and physical activities, including biomechanics of movement, the effect of physical activity on mental health, fostering resilience, building a sense of community, promoting sports participation among adolescents, and the empowering impact of sports on young people. Join us as we dive deep into movement and discover how it can contribute to a healthier and happier life.

Modest clothing designer, Brigitte Shamy and her husband Jason share their recipes for success in family, business, and marriage. They have built a multi-million dollar business from their basement that has become one of the top preforming roadshows of all time in Costco. They have been married for 17 years and have 4 daughters... You learn, laugh and cry, and cry laughing as this dynamic duo becomes your new favorite part of the day.

Move to Improve: Small Changes to Upgrade your life.

The Working Mum Movement is the personal and professional development podcast that every working mum needs. If you've ever asked yourself "how can I move my career forwards AND be the mum I want to be?"... you're in the right place. Our vision is that every woman can create the motherhood and career journey she wants. Our mission is to provide every working mum with access to resources, opportunities and support so she can fulfil her career goals while being the mum and woman she wants to be at home. Every mum needs her village, welcome to yours!

Relive the moments when African Americans fought for equal rights, and made history. Even though slavery had ended in the 1860s, African Americans were still suffering under the weight of segregation a hundred years later. They couldn't go to the same schools, eat at the same restaurants, or...

The story of Girl Power! Learn about the remarkable women who changed US history. From Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton to Gloria Steinem and Hillary Clinton, women throughout US history have fought for equality. In the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, women were demanding...

On our podcast, we shine a light on education solutions for the modern age, so parents wanting a better alternative to traditional education can make confident, informed choices. We interview knowledge experts on topics like financial literacy, mindset, and differently wired kids. We also have a lot of fun talking with parents and kids who share their unique inspiring stories about their own learning path. This is valuable information you simply won’t find anywhere else.

Welcome to the Mindful Mama Movement Podcast! Shannon Kinney-Duh, creator of A Free Spirit Life, and Ashley Walburn, owner of Home Holistic, are bringing back The Mindful Mama Movement. Mindful mothering is about nurturing yourself while you nurture others. It's about consciously awakening to your inner wisdom, strength, peace and power as a mother in this changing world. From discovering your newborn to loving and accepting the wonderful people who have left your nest...Our movement is inspiring mamas to be authentic and live empowered lives. We're so happy you're here!

A podcast celebrating womanhood, where we keep shit real, share the ups and downs, your mum hacks, mum wins, fails and everything in between.