Communities across the United States are facing a rise in hate crimes, personal attacks that strike at the core of a victim's identity. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format--supported by More →
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Thinking Critically: Teen Suicide
The teen suicide rate has been increasing for two decades and it is currently the second leading cause of death for American teens aged fifteen to nineteen. Through a narrative driven pro/con More →
Showcases stories from real-life tornado survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of… More →
Over the past decade, there have been various highly publicized instances of governments intimidating, silencing, and even killing individuals who express dissent toward their regime.… More →
Tsunamis: The Worst in History
A wall of water that can be more than 100 feet (30.5 m) tall may sound unimaginable, but tsunamis are among the strongest and most destructive of Earth's natural events, making them critical… More →
Showcases stories from real-life tsunami survivors. This book describes people's experiences with the disaster, discusses the aftermath, and shows how people helped others in their hour of… More →
United States Air Force, The
"Aim High … Fly-Fight-Win." This is the motto of the United States Air Force, the country's military presence in the skies! This hi/lo title introduces readers to this important part of the… More →
United States Army, The
"This We'll Defend." This is the motto of the United States Army, the main land defense of the United States. This hi/lo title allows readers to learn about the oldest military branch, the… More →
United States Coast Guard, The
The United States Coast Guard has the special job of protecting United States waters. This hi/lo title begins with a narrative that explores a Coast Guard mission, putting readers right in… More →