Dress Coded

The Hate U Give

Angie Thomas

A powerful young adult novel about a teenage girl who speaks out against racial injustice after witnessing police brutality. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book centers on a young person using her voice to challenge systemic unfairness. The protagonist takes a stand against oppressive systems through activism and storytelling.

Moxie

Jennifer Mathieu

A feminist coming-of-age story about a high school girl who starts a zine to challenge sexist school policies. Like 'Dress Coded', it features a young female protagonist fighting against unfair school rules and gender discrimination. The protagonist uses creative activism to challenge systemic inequalities and inspire her peers to speak up.

Shout

Laurie Halse Anderson

A poetic memoir about sexual assault survival and feminist resistance. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book explores using personal storytelling as a form of empowerment. The author shares her experiences to challenge rape culture and support survivors.

Speak

Laurie Halse Anderson

A groundbreaking novel about a high school freshman who finds her voice after experiencing sexual assault. Like 'Dress Coded', the book explores themes of speaking out against injustice and challenging institutional silence. The protagonist uses personal storytelling as a form of empowerment and resistance.

Anger Is a Gift

Mark Oshiro

A powerful novel about a Black teenager confronting police violence and school oppression. Like 'Dress Coded', the book explores how young people can resist institutional unfairness. The protagonist uses collective action and personal resilience to challenge systemic racism.

Watch Us Rise

Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan

A novel about two teenage girls challenging sexism through art and activism. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book highlights young women using creative resistance. The protagonists create a platform to challenge school policies and societal inequalities.

Dear Martin

Nic Stone

A thought-provoking novel about a Black teenager confronting racial injustice through letters to Martin Luther King Jr. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book focuses on a young person using creative methods to challenge systemic inequalities. The protagonist seeks to create meaningful change through reflection and activism.

Rebel Girls

Elizabeth Kessler

A non-fiction collection celebrating stories of girls and women who challenged societal norms. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book emphasizes female empowerment and resistance. It provides inspiring examples of young women who used their voices to create meaningful change.

Piecing Me Together

Renée Watson

A novel about a Black teenage girl navigating race, class, and personal growth. Like 'Dress Coded', the book focuses on a young woman finding her voice and challenging societal expectations. The protagonist uses art and self-reflection to resist limiting narratives.

Girl Rising

Tanya Lee Stone

A non-fiction book exploring global girls' education and empowerment. Like 'Dress Coded', it highlights the power of young women speaking out against unfair systems. The book shares stories of girls who overcome obstacles and challenge societal limitations through education and determination.

Monday's Not Coming

Tiffany D. Jackson

A powerful novel about a girl investigating her best friend's disappearance. Like 'Dress Coded', the book centers on a young female protagonist fighting against systemic indifference. The protagonist uses determination and storytelling to challenge institutional neglect.

Internment

Samira Ahmed

A dystopian novel about a Muslim-American teenager resisting government-sanctioned internment camps. Similar to 'Dress Coded', the book features a young protagonist fighting against systemic injustice. The protagonist uses peaceful resistance and community organizing to challenge oppressive policies.