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Category Archives: Making Your Voice Heard
From Activist to Author: How 12-Year-Old Marley Dias Is Changing the Face of Children’s Literature
This girl didn’t like what she was seeing—or not seeing—on bookshelves. She organized and spoke out to see more characters like her and other under-represented groups in books throughout the country.
Behold, the power of a good idea!
If you attend a school with a Student Council, consider getting involved! Here are some ways to make a big impact in student government.
Art + Technology = New Art Forms, Not Just New Art
Maybe you’ve always wanted to express yourself through art but didn’t feel talented enough. No problem! Technology isn’t just a shortcut to creating art; it’s the basis of whole new forms of art that you can explore.
What Does it Mean To Be Human?
From cave paintings to the first written words, human beings have been making themselves “heard” for a very long time. This section of the Museum of Natural History’s website provides a quick tour of how our use of language and symbols has grown over many, many centuries.
Students explore fashion, promote self expression through clothing
Read about how a high school student turned her interest in fashion into a club that helps students express themselves.
How To Fight—and How Not To
When you find yourself disagreeing with a friend or family member, the best approach may be to make your voice heard, but don’t try to win.
Top 10 skills children learn from the arts
The arts don’t just allow you to express yourself and earn applause. Read about some of the many other benefits of creating and performing.
Nouns Slow Down Our Speech
A surprising quirk found across many languages makes it a little bit harder to express yourself.
A 12-year-old app developer
Kids today have access to a form of expression their parents didn’t: developing digital games and apps. Hear from one young developer about how he accomplished his initial goal and what’s next.
The Power of Journaling
Find out about the benefits of expressing yourself in writing, and get tips on how to get started on your own journal and get the most out of it.
Art Therapy: Self-Expression Reduces Stress
Read about why expressing yourself shouldn’t be considered a luxury. Then find tips for ways to work self-expression into your daily life.
Spoken Without Words: Poetry with ASL SLAM
Learn about how people can express themselves on stage without ever saying a word out loud.
Rowlett teen makes run for city council seat
It’s easy to feel that your voice isn’t heard when you’re not yet old enough to vote. One Texas teenager is taking the first opportunity he gets to make sure his ideas come across loud and clear.
A New Wrinkle on School Uniforms
An advice columnist weighs in on whether school uniforms deny students an opportunity to express themselves.
How improv comedy helped a teen with autism
Teens on the autism spectrum may have trouble interacting with others. The challenge of performing improv comedy can help.
Syrians Speak Out Through Their Art
Civil war has torn the country of Syria apart for years. As the government and opposition forces fight, many civilians have been caught in the middle. Some artists are using their work to tell the world about the experiences of ordinary Syrians in this conflict.
Breaking the Silence
A child with selective mutism may speak normally at home but feel unable to speak in other situations.
Introvert Teens Can Make Effective Leaders
If you’re not very outgoing, it may seem hard to make your voice heard. But quiet, thoughtful teens have a lot to offer.
Fighting big farm pollution with a tiny plant
When fertilizer runs off into streams, it can cause major water-quality problems. One teenager found a surprisingly simple solution.