Blumenthal, Karen. Jane Against the World: Roe v. Wade and the Fight for Reproductive Rights. New York, Roaring Brook Press, 2020
This book traces the path to the landmark decision in Roe v. Wade and the continuing battle for women’s rights. The book takes a straightforward and narrative tone, examining the root causes of the current debate around abortion and the repercussions that have affected generations of American women. This book helps facilitate difficult discussions and awareness of a topic that is rarely touched on in schools but still affects young people.

Manes, Carly, and Emulsify. What’s an Abortion, Anyway?, 2018.
This book is a medically accurate, non-judgemental, and gender-inclusive resource for young folks about abortion care. Readers will learn about what an abortion is, some of the reasons people have abortions, and a few of the ways people might feel about their abortions.

Stevenson, Robin. My Body My Choice: The Fight for Abortion Rights. Illustrated, Victoria, British Columbia, Orca Book Publishers, 2019
This nonfiction book for teens examines the ongoing fight for abortion rights and reproductive justice. The long fight for abortion rights is being picked up by a new generation of courageous, creative and passionate activists. This book is about the history, and the future, of that fight.

Thompson, Tamara. Abortion (Current Controversies). 2nd ed., Farmington Hills, MI, Greenhaven Press, 2015
This book provides students with a concise view of divergent opinions on abortion. Composed of a wide spectrum of primary sources written by many of the foremost authorities in their respective fields. Includes extensive book and periodical bibliographies and a list of organizations to contact for more information.