Books with author Avery Elizabeth Hurt

Nearly a half-century after the women's liberation movement, women have achieved things that their grandmothers might only have dreamed. Now that women work in boardrooms, executive suites, and top government positions, as well as in the home, some believe that the fight has been won. For others, the perception that women are on equal footing with men is dangerous. Through diverse perspectives, this enlightening volume explores the current debates on feminism's front, including the pay gap, violence against women, substandard health care, reproductive rights, and representation in government.

Many teens enjoy a carefree time of school, some light household responsibilities to help their family, and good times with their friends. According to a National Alliance of Caregiving report in 2005, at least 1.3 million children between the ages of eight and eighteen are shouldering the heavy responsibilities of caring for family members who cannot care for themselves without help. Readers will get a frank description of the work faced by many teen caregivers. Teens who are immersed in this life already can find resources and organizations for support, as well as sound advice for coping in tough times.

The relative anonymity the Internet provides allows us to assert our knowledge like a professor, show off our seemingly perfect lives, and judge like were presiding over a court of law. The problem with this relatively new phenomenon is that we often make snap judgments about other peoples actions or statements without knowing all of the facts, and without giving others the benefit of the doubt. This volume dives deep into the realities of the Internet age: Do we become different people when were on the Internet? What responsibility do we have in our treatment of others in this new society? Is it our place to be virtual judge and jury?

Nearly a half-century after the women's liberation movement, women have achieved things that their grandmothers might only have dreamed. Now that women work in boardrooms, executive suites, and top government positions, as well as in the home, some believe that the fight has been won. For others, the perception that women are on equal footing with men is dangerous. Through diverse perspectives, this enlightening volume explores the current debates on feminism's front, including the pay gap, violence against women, substandard health care, reproductive rights, and representation in government.

This interesting and informative book will explain to young readers what Bluetooth technology is, what problems it solves, and the science that makes it work. This text is enlivened by stories such as why Bluetooth was named after a Viking king and how the technology was based on innovations developed during World War II to prevent the Nazis from jamming the Allies' radio signals. This book includes attractive photographs and diagrams that enrich the text and help young readers see how the technology works.

This engaging volume takes a close look at the legend of Joaquin Murrieta, the man who came to be known as the Robin Hood of Eldorado. Dynamic text tells the story of Murrieta, with plenty of exciting age-appropriate details, but also examines the complex relationship between fact and fiction in legends such as his. Interesting and informative historical background on the California Gold Rush and the role of Mexicans and Californios in the area at the time round out this fun and informative volume.

Situated firmly in the social and political conditions of the time, this biography illustrates the role African American baseball star Jackie Robinson played in changing not just baseball but society. By breaking the "color barrier" in the major league sport, Robinson paved the way for new opportunities for Americans everywhere. Here, readers will come to know Robinson and his legacy. They'll also learn about such fascinating characters as Branch Rickey, Pee Wee Reese, and Boston City Council member Isadore Muchnick, who threatened to deny the Red Sox a permit to play if they did not let African American ballplayers try out for the team. Plenty of baseball lore and stats will engage young baseball fans, but even readers who have little interest in baseball will be inspired by this story of a man who took on racism and changed the world.

"Corporate farms have solved so many of the world s problems. In addition to making healthy food accessible and affordable to more people, they provide jobs in communities that sorely need them. But do corporations have too much power over food? Do they benefit from unfair tax breaks? Are their profit-driven practices hurting the environment, perhaps irreparably? And what does their success mean for the family farmer?"--Provided by publisher.

"Corporate farms have solved so many of the world s problems. In addition to making healthy food accessible and affordable to more people, they provide jobs in communities that sorely need them. But do corporations have too much power over food? Do they benefit from unfair tax breaks? Are their profit-driven practices hurting the environment, perhaps irreparably? And what does their success mean for the family farmer?"--Provided by publisher.

Animals have many different ways to protect themselves from their enemies. Only a few have the amazing ability to regrow body parts that have been bitten or pulled off by predators. It's called regeneration, and even scientists aren't exactly sure how it works. With this fascinating volume, readers will learn what animals possess this super power, how they use it, and what the limits are to this nifty survival trick. Discussions of scientific research are presented in interesting and accessible language. Detailed photographs, fact boxes, and in-depth sidebars enhance the narrative.

In this factual but humorous book, Spiders Are Strange Enough, spiders are served up mixed with mythology and folklore, along with a good dollop of "gross," making for a very fun read. Science writer Avery Elizabeth Hurt shares her fascination with these creatures using fun facts, interesting myth-busting stories, and irreverent asides that will leave you laughing out loud. — Catherine D. Hughes, Senior Editor, National Geographic KIDS magazineSpiders: Some people love them. Some people are terrified of them, but everyone agrees that they are kind of strange. In this first book in the Strange Enough series of science and nature books, you'll find all kinds of strange information about spiders and the people who love (or hate) them. You’ll find spider babies that eat their moms, scientists who give spiders drugs, spiders that build submarines, spiders in myth and folklore, and a few speculations on the causes of arachnophobia—plus lots more. If you love spiders, you’ll love this book. If you’re not too wild about spiders, this book might help you appreciate them a tiny bit—or maybe give you even more reason to hate them. Either way, it will be fun. Come on, now. Just reading about spiders can’t hurt you.Spiders Are Strange Enough will make you laugh, and it might make you say, "Oh gross!" once in awhile, but it will definitely make you appreciate our eight-legged neighbors. For Ages 9 and up.