Fall 2025

Between Extremes

The Formation and Preservation of Democracy

From the Series Spotlight on Social Justice

  • Interest Level: Grade 6 - Grade 12
  • Reading Level: Grade 7

How does political extremism erode democracy? And what are people doing to stop it?

Throughout history, North American nations have faced serious threats to their democracy, including voter suppression and political extremism. Between Extremes explores how these nations have navigated threats to their democratic foundations. By investigating the origins and evolution of democracy, it highlights the enduring principles of liberty, equality, and civic participation. It reveals how activists and lawmakers tackle the growing threat of political extremism, working to safeguard democracy for future generations. Through a thoughtful exploration of the challenges and triumphs in preserving democratic ideals, you will gain insight into what it takes to build, protect, and strengthen the systems that uphold freedom and public engagement.

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Interest Level Grade 6 - Grade 12
Reading Level Grade 7
Genre Social Studies, Young Adult
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction
Copyright 2026
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Informed Editions
Imprint Twenty-First Century Books ™
Language English
Number of Pages 64
Publication Date 2025-08-01
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS YAN052040, YAN058000, YAN051270
Dewey 321.8
Dimensions 6 x 9
Features Author/Illustrator biography, Bibliography/further reading, Glossary, Index, Photo captions, Primary source quotations/images, Reviewed, Sidebars, Source notes, Starred Reviews, and Table of contents

Author: Elsie Olson

Elsie Olson is a children’s book writer who lives in Minneapolis with her dog, four chickens, and excellent husband.

Reviews

School Library Journal

“A thought-provoking survey of current social justice issues, this series provides students with background information on civil rights issues. . . . Recommended for collections seeking engaging resources to support classroom discussion and student research on social justice topics.”—School Library Journal

Booklist

“Offers a rich opportunity for critical thinking about a variety of contemporary and historical matters. . . Nuanced debates throughout the series suggest that assumptions that have been made about disenfranchised groups, governments, human bodies, and reliance upon animals need to be reexamined. Each book suggests a range of actions engaged readers can take: education, advocacy, activism, and collaboration.”—starred, Booklist