When there's a fire, the firefighters come rushing in their fire trucks, but where do they go when they're done? The fire station of course! Developing readers learn about the fire station in More →
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Fires: The Worst in History
While fire is a part of nature, it can quickly spiral into a deadly natural disaster. Fires have been growing in intensity and frequency due to climate change, making it more imperative than… More →
Floods: The Worst in History
Flooding is one of the most common natural disasters in the United States, and it has happened in nearly every country worldwide. Climate change is causing flooding to become more intense and More →
Food Insecurity
This book, Food Insecurity, sheds light on the ongoing issue, which affects over 12 million children and teens in the US today. Explore the physical, psychological, and emotional effects of… More →
The world population continues to grow, and sources of food that we have come to depend on are increasingly threatened by climate change. Some people fear that there may come a time when… More →
Forensic Science
Forensic science is the collection and analysis of evidence to achieve scientific findings that can be used in a court of law or other legal proceeding. Popular forensic science fields… More →
Women have faced discrimination in all areas of their life, simply because of their gender. For a long time, women couldn't vote, own property, do certain jobs, or get an education. Activists More →
Gender Violence
Gender violence is a challenging human-rights issue that affects people worldwide. This book explores the causes of gender violence, examines the history of gender violence, highlights where… More →
Getting a Job IRL
Getting a job is an important milestone in a teen's life. The process can be seem overwhelming--looking for a job, filling out applications, and going on interviews. This book anticipates… More →
Earth's temperatures are on the rise. What's the cause of global warming, and what are the threats it poses? Explore the impact of global warming to life on Earth with easy-to-understand… More →