Books with author Andrea C. Nakaya

As U.S. society struggles to protect both its culture and its right to free speech, there is ongoing debate about whether censorship should ever be allowed. The authors in this anthology explore a number of facets of that debate, censorship on the Internet, censorship in relation to America's war on terrorism, whether free speech should be censored, and whether freedom in the United States is threatened by censorship. (20020801)

Explores pros and Cons of several issues related to Cell phones including; the effects they pose on relationships, if they are addictive, and if children should be allowed to own them. Text contains critical thinking components in regards to social issues and history. Describes common argumentative techniques such as; the bandwagon technique, scapegoating, and bias. Includes bibliographic notes, timeline, glossary, index, additional resources and step-by-step instructions for writing an opinion-based essay. Aligns with common core language arts anchor standards for reading informational text and speaking and listening. Correlations available on publisher's website.

Presents a collection of essays discussing varying viewpoints on the effect of cars on American society, covering such topics as the link between urban sprawl and automobiles, the role of law in making driving safer, and the country's future transportations needs.Presents a collection of essays discussing varying viewpoints on the effect of cars on American society, covering such topics as the link between urban sprawl and automobiles, the role of law in making driving safer, and the country's future transportations needs.

"Explores pros and cons of several issues related to cell phones including; effects on relationships, addictive habits, and child use. Aligns with Common Core Language Arts Anchor Standards for Reading Informational Text, Speaking and Listening. Text contains critical thinking components for social issues and history. Includes bibliography, glossary, index, additional resources and instructions for writing an opinion-based essay"--

The war against terrorism has been at the forefront of U. S. foreign policy. Many people believe the United States should be more aggressive in combating terror. Others characterize the goal of eliminating terror as an impossibility. This volume explores the effectiveness of the tactics the United States uses against terrorists, the effect battling terrorism has on civil liberties in America, the impact of the war in Iraq, and whether the United States is prepared for another terrorist attack. (20040901)

Presents a collection of essays discussing varying viewpoints on the effect of cars on American society, covering such topics as the link between urban sprawl and automobiles, the role of law in making driving safer, and the country's future transportations needs.Presents a collection of essays discussing varying viewpoints on the effect of cars on American society, covering such topics as the link between urban sprawl and automobiles, the role of law in making driving safer, and the country's future transportations needs.