Discusses the psychological aspects of peer pressure and presents situations illustrating how peer pressure can influence a young person's actions.

Peer Pressure (Understanding Issues)

Children's Books

Stewart, Gail B.

Growing Up & Facts of Life

Kidhaven

Although few would argue the health risks, three-fourths of today's high school students have smoked cigarettes. Smoking addresses the risks and the appeal of smoking, as well as the mixed messages young people get on smoking through the media. (20020615)

Smoking (Understanding Issues)

Using real-life examples, discusses why parents hurt or neglect their children, why children often don't tell anyone they are being abused, and what can be done about the widespread and dangerous problem of child abuse.

Child Abuse (Understanding Issues)

Uses the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, to explore the historical, political, and religious origins of political violence, its effects on individuals, and what governments can do to stop it.

Terrorism (Understanding Issues)

Geography & Cultures

Describes the life and accomplishments of the two founders of the web search engine "Google," discussing their childhoods, education, and the success of their company.

Larry Page and Sergey Brin: The Google Guys (Innovators)

Biographies

Profiles the chemist who invented Kevlar, a superstrong fiber used to make, among other things, bullet-resistent vests.

Stephanie Kwolek: Creator of Kevlar (Innovators)

Profiles the young Facebook creator and discusses his plans for growing the site in the future.

Mark Zuckerberg (Innovators)

KidHaven Press

Examines the fascinating world of the criminal investigator and other professionals who are on the frontline of solving notorious crimes with the help of technological advances in the field.

The Crime Scene Photographer (Crime Scene Investigations)

Education & Reference

Lucent Books

Presents a biography of U.S. Senator John McCain, written with simple text and photographs, and details his childhood, family, military service, and highlights from his political career through his Republican presidential nomination for the 2008 election. Includes a list of important dates.

John McCain (People in the News)

Lucent

With the publication of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings in 1969, Maya Angelou revolutionized poetry through her depiction of the personal lives of African American women. According to Hilton Als, up to that time, black female writers were unable to represent themselves as the central figures in the literature they wrote. This compelling volume provides a critical biography of Maya Angelou. Supporting social studies and biography assignments, this book will introduce readers to Angelou's childhood, her various literary successes, and her immense impact on the world of poetry and culture.

Maya Angelou (People in the News)

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