Books with author Lawrence Rivers

Claire Foley has attracted the attention of some very dangerous people. They want her to do something, and they're willing to pay good money. But, these people aren't asking — they're insisting. Now, Claire finds herself in a bizarre, unpredictable setting, surrounded by threatening men with uncertain goals and terrifying desires. Faced with shocking revelations and a deepening mystery, she must find a way to escape the inescapable, before they force her to do the unimaginable."An immersive, very well-written roller-coaster ride with surprises around every corner." - Sarah McDaniels, The Candid Book Review"Tense, fascinating and beautifully written ... a classic thriller that will leave readers breathless." - Lois McGinty, The Best Books Journal

On April 4, 1968, Martin Luther King Jr. was killed by an assassins bullet. To his widow Coretta, Martins death meant more than the loss of her beloved husband and the father of their four children. It also changed the worlds perception of her from supportive wife to prominent civil rights activist in her own right. After Martin Luther King Jr.s death, Coretta perpetuated his message of peace and equality for all Americans, living a life dedicated to public service until her death in 2006. Each title in this series includes color photos throughout, and back matter including: an index and further reading lists for books and internet resources. Key Icons appear throughout the books in this series in an effort to encourage library readers to build knowledge, gain awareness, explore possibilities and expand their viewpoints through our content rich non-fiction books. Key Icons in this series are as follows: Words to Understand are shown at the front of each chapter with definitions. These words are set in boldfaced type in that chapter, so that readers are able to reference back to the definitions--building their vocabulary and enhancing their reading comprehension. Sidebars are highlighted graphics with content rich material within that allows readers to build knowledge and broaden their perspectives by weaving together additional information to provide realistic and holistic perspectives. Educational Videos are offered in chapters through the use of a QR code, that, when scanned, takes the student to an online video showing a moment in sports' history, a speech, or an instructional video. This gives the readers additional content to supplement the text. Text-Dependent Questions are placed at the end of each chapter. They challenge the readers comprehension of the chapter they have just read, while sending th

Animal testing is a controversial practice, and many people have strong feelings about it. Understanding both sides of the debate about animal testing is crucial for the development of an informed opinion about this issue. Through unbiased main text and fact boxes, readers are presented with information and statistics used by those who support and oppose animal testing, and they are encouraged to use what they learn to decide where they stand. This critical-thinking exercise is enhanced through the use of full-color photographs and a well-designed graphic organizer.

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 who immigrants are, why they come to other countries, and what people can do to help them feel at home.

The debate over junk food in schools brings up important points about childhood obesity, public health, and personal choice. All these issues are addressed as readers view arguments both for and against banning junk food in school cafeterias. The balanced, fact-filled text encourages readers to develop their own informed opinions about this issue that directly affects their lives. Colorful photographs, a detailed graphic organizer, and additional fact boxes enhance the main text to give readers a comprehensive understanding of this ongoing debate.

Pluto is too big to be an asteroid and too small to be a planet, so scientists call it a dwarf planet. Its so far away from the sun that it gets no warmth at all, so its covered in a thick layer of ice. Readers learn fun facts such as these as they explore the world of our solar systems dwarf planets. Informative diagrams, full-color photographs, and accessible text help readers discover more about Pluto and the other dwarf planets in our solar system.