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Explore the evidence and opinions behind the headlines on climate change. Read scientific explanations about the causes and effects of Earth's changing climate and understand the political context. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions. Each book in this series explains the title...
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"It's a free country-I can say whatever I want!" Most Americans agree about the importance of free speech. But many don't understand the scope and limitations of this treasured liberty. Learn about the history, complexities, and conflicts related to free speech rights, from flag-burning to the treatment of hate speech. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand...
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Recent events have shone a bright spotlight on the news media, including "fake news," internet trolls, and attacks on journalists. This book describes the history of the right to freedom of the press, how the constitution protects reporters, and what happens in places where the press is not free.The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions....
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Certain fundamental rights-such as the rights to safety, freedom of movement, and freedom of expression-are human rights to which everyone is entitled. In this book, explore current conflicts involving human rights around the world. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions. Each...
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Explore the facts and divergent points of view behind the headlines about immigration. Learn about border enforcement and security, sanctuary cities, proposals for immigration reform, and more. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions. Each book in this series explains the title...
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Women and girls make up half the world's population, but are still often not treated equally to men and boys. This book takes a look at the gender gap, framing issues and arguments in ongoing discussions about women's rights in the United States and worldwide. The Shaping the Debate series is designed to help readers in grades 5-9 understand social issues from multiple viewpoints and to articulate their own opinions. Each book in this series explains...
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Introduce your child to the benefits of running for a public position with the children’s book Run For Office.
Do you see problems in your school or community that you want to help solve? Learn about the different types of public offices you can run for, and how to successfully run and win the position.
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• This children’s book features engaging nonfiction text, a glossary, and after-reading questions to develop reading...
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Introduce your child to entrepreneurship with the children’s book Be an Entrepreneur.
What does it take to turn a creative idea into a new and successful business? Learn about different business fields and the process of starting a company.
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• This children’s book features engaging nonfiction text, a glossary, and after-reading questions to develop reading comprehension skills.
• 32 pages of vibrant photographs
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Introduce your child to volunteering and grassroots activism with the children’s book Organize and Volunteer.
Are you interested in helping your school or community become a better place? Learn about the best ways to get involved with volunteering, and read tips on how to be more involved in your community.
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• This children’s book features engaging nonfiction text, a glossary, and after-reading questions to develop reading...
10) Ask the Governor
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a governor in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a governor's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Governors can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. They are some of the people who are responsible for governing the United States. But what exactly is a governor?...
11) Ask the Mayor
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a mayor in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a mayor's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Mayors can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. They are some of the people who are responsible for governing the United States. But what exactly is a mayor? What is a mayor's...
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This title will help young readers discover how a little education, practice, and networking can bring their cosplay game to the next level. Part acting, part design, and part promotion, becoming a professional cosplayer will also result in many friends and admirers, not to mention sparkling LEDs, brilliant metalwork, and perfectly spiked hair. Readers from grades seven through twelve will learn from an age-appropriate perspective about how much fun...
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a congressperson in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a congressperson's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Congressmen and congresswomen can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. What is your congressperson's job? How does your representative in Congress get...
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of the president in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a president's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: The President of the United States is sometimes called the most powerful person in the world. A president can make a big difference in shaping our laws and communities. But what exactly...
15) Ask a Judge
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of a judge in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about a judge's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: Judges have important roles in federal, state, and local governments. They can make a big difference in shaping our laws and our communities. What are the different kinds of judges? What do judges...
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GRADES 1-4: Elementary-aged readers will explore the role of the attorney general in this 24-page nonfiction social studies book! An easy-to-read Q&A format provides basic information about the attorney general's job, authority, and everyday functions.
GOVERNMENT BOOK FOR KIDS: The attorney general of the United States, or of a state or territory, has an important job in the government. But what exactly is an attorney general? What does an attorney...
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It's a free country! But, what does that mean? Find out the five liberties protected by the First Amendment. Vivid examples from history and everyday life demonstrate the meaning of freedom of religion, speech, and the press, and the rights to assemble peacefully and to petition the government.
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Ada and Bea are on a tour of Washington, DC, learning all about the US Supreme Court, from its founding in 1789 to today. Along the way, they hear from the Constitution, important justices, and key figures from landmark cases, such as Plessy v. Ferguson and Brown v. Board of Education, gaining an understanding of how the court has shaped our lives.
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