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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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"Gender identity is a concept that young people are talking about in increasingly open ways, and they need resources to help them better understand this complex topic. This sensitive and age-appropriate overview of gender identity features helpful definitions and explanations, an introduction to the use of preferred pronouns, and tips for talking to both peers and adults about this topic. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supplement the carefully...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"Hacking is a major problem for individuals and governments around the world. However, many people are working to stop hackers and to protect information. Readers develop a strong understanding of hacking and the efforts to combat it through informative text that focuses on facts rather than fear"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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"The concept of nationalism is often in the news, and it can be challenging to understand why it often leads to heated debates. However, it's important for people to think critically about nationalism and its effects. Readers are encouraged to do this as they explore historical and up-to-date examples of nationalism through accessible text and detailed fact boxes"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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"The practice of hydraulic fracturing--better known as fracking--has become a prominent issue as countries such as the United States strive for energy independence. What is fracking, and why is it such a controversial topic? Readers discover the answers to these questions and more through balanced text that presents multiple viewpoints about fracking. Fact boxes and graphic organizers provide additional information, and full-color photographs help...
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"Climate change is one of the most pressing issues facing our nations today--but what is it? Hasn't it always been happening? What is making it worse? Why do some people deny its happening? The concept of climate change and all of its implications is discussed as part of the What's the Issue series. What's the Issue asks 'what's all the fuss about?' It reviews what is at stake when we think about climate change, with the aim of helping young people...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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"Trade wars affect everyone-from world leaders to young people shopping at the mall. Because of this, it's important for people to have a basic understanding of why trade wars happen and how ordinary citizens can deal with their effects. Readers develop this understanding as they explore this age-appropriate and unbiased introduction to the concept of trade wars. Featuring historical examples that supplement social studies curricula and modern examples...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Explores the rights of American students attending public schools, providing historical context and explaining legal rulings in accessible language. Includes fact boxes and graphic organizers that enhance readers' knowledge.
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Many people associate the phrase "law and order" with popular television. Politicians and pundits in recent years have frequently used the phrase when discussing current issues and proposed solutions to problems. However, what does this phrase actually mean? Engaging fact boxes and full-color photographs augment the informative narrative, giving readers a better understanding of what "law and order" means and how it affects people. With this information,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Racism is a difficult issue to face, but people must confront it if they hope to move beyond it. Confronting challenging social issues such as racism often begins with education. As readers discover the roots of racism in America and how it still isolates people from one another, they learn what their generation can do to combat racism create a more inclusive society. This sensitive topic is presented in an age-appropriate an informative way, using...
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Social media has undeniably changed the world. While people disagree about whether this change is mostly good or mostly bad, it's clear that it will continue to influence our lives. This is why it's imperative to give children an introduction to this new, influential form of social connection long before they're old enough to make their first social media account. Vivid photographs, graphic organizers, and intriguing fact boxes augment the engaging...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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Gun control is a popular topic of debate on news programs and online, but these debates are sensationalized and often do not fully explain the issue and the points of view of people on both sides of it. Readers are given a clearer picture of what gun control means and why people support and oppose it through fact-filled text and relevant, full-color photographs. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supply readers with additional details to help them...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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When natural disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires strike, it can be frightening, not just for people living through the event, but also for young people watching coverage on television or social media. By giving elementary readers objective information presented in a sensitive way, this guide to natural disasters aims to empower young people to protect themselves and help others. Additional information is presented through fact boxes and graphic...
13) What Are GMOs?
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Genetically modified organisms have been the subject of much debate among the scientific and holistic communities. Some people believe GMOs are harmful to people and animals, whether ingested or used in cosmetics. Rigorous scientific research has so far shown that there is no danger to living beings from GMOs. With nearly 100 percent of several major crops coming from GMOs in the 21st century, learning more about the history and methods of bioengineering...
14) Fake News
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What is fake news? How can the news be wrong? How do we know if what we're reading is true or not?
The concept of fake news and the media as a whole is discussed as part of the What's the Issue series. What's the Issue asks 'what's all the fuss about?' It reviews what is at stake when we think about fake news, with the aim of helping young people to understand this difficult subject and provide them with the tools to inform their own opinions...
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The COVID-19 pandemic thrust public health into the spotlight like never before in the 21st century. However, emergency response is simply the tip of the iceberg when it comes to public health. Public health departments work every day to ensure the health of local, national, and global communities. This includes offering suggestions for healthy behaviors, such as avoiding tobacco products and staying properly hydrated, as well as issuing guidelines...
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Immigration is a topic that is often debated on television shows, on social media, and even among family members and friends. Young people might only get a biased view of this topic through these channels, but as they explore this informative book, they're presented with a comprehensive look at the facts surrounding immigration. Detailed main text, eye-catching fact boxes, graphic organizers, and vibrant photographs come together to help readers understand...
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Microaggressions are brief, commonplace interactions with marginalized groups that convey a sense of hostility or disrespect toward that group. They may be small, but they can be upsetting, and they add up over time to have a cumulative negative effect on a person's mental health. Microaggressions are different for different groups, so it's difficult to make blanket statements about them; this is why an overview of all angles of this issue is so important....
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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How do refugees differ from immigrants? Why do they leave their country, and what do they hope to find in a new place? These questions and more are answered as readers are given an in-depth look at refugees and their struggle to build a better life. This important topic is addressed using accessible text, enlightening fact boxes, full-color photographs and helpful graphic organizers. The relatable tone presents this issue to readers without condescension,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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Climate change is an issue that affects all living things on Earth, but the specifics of the issue are often spoken and written about using complex scientific language, making it difficult for young people to fully grasp why it is such a critical problem. When presented in an accessible way, however, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the causes and effects of climate change, as well as why they should care about this issue. Striking,...
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Accusations of voter fraud and voter suppression have been widespread in the 21st century, but the facts are often obscured. How much of a problem is voter fraud and what should be done to combat it? Will proposed measures be helpful or harmful to most voters? Informative text and engaging fact boxes help readers explore voting rights issues. They'll gain a better understanding of the facts surrounding this politically charged topic. A list of ways...
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