Books with author Jason Porterfield

With computers, tablets, and smartphones offering us access to online information just about anywhere we have Wi-Fi or cell service, the next step is to make those searches as efficient as possible. Readers will get a step-by-step overview of how to make the most of their search activities so they can get the information they want and need with just a few keystrokes, swipes, or clicks. Tips and tricks will help readers get started right away. This instructive resource is a must have for teens starting to work on research papers.

This book uses graphic organizers to examine the competition for resources necessary for survival for members of the same species and among different species. Featuring twenty colorful graphic organizers that underscore the age-appropriate body text, this book shows the various interactions and competitions between species and provides solid examples to which the middle school student can easily r...

Founded in 1792 by Thomas Jefferson as the party of the common man, the Democratic Party dominated American politics until the 1850s. At a time when the Civil War about to erupt, the issue of slavery tore the country apart. The Democratic Party, with its large southern vote, could not weather the storm and tore apart as well. By the turn of the 20th century, the Democratic Party regained its focus and led the way into the next century in the fight for women's suffrage and civil rights.

Founded in 1792 by Thomas Jefferson as the party of the common man, the Democratic Party dominated American politics until the 1850s. At a time when the Civil War about to erupt, the issue of slavery tore the country apart. The Democratic Party, with its large southern vote, could not weather the storm and tore apart as well. By the turn of the 20th century, the Democratic Party regained its focus and led the way into the next century in the fight for women's suffrage and civil rights.

As teens contend with a host of emotional and physical changes, taking control of their own health becomes especially important. However, they are often unsure about their legal rights and how to address their medical concerns, especially in regards to the sensitive subjects of mental and sexual health. This indispensable guide will help give teens the confidence to navigate the health care system and find available services and resources. Readers will understand the scope of confidentiality and consent laws as they relate to minors and have the tools to manage their reproductive health, seek appropriate therapies, find proper recourse against abuse, and more.