Books with author Noël Merino

This timely series examines a broad range of perceived or actual legal rights and freedoms that impact the lives of American teens; many volumes cover how the Bill of Rights are interpreted and protected with regard to minors.; ; This timely new series from Greenhaven Press examines a broad range of perceived or actual legal rights and freedoms that impact the lives of American teens. Many of the volumes cover rights guaranteed under the Bill of Rights and how these rights are interpreted and protected in regard to children and teens. The scope of the series also encompasses additional rights or freedoms, relating to both school and home environments. Teen Rights and Freedoms supports student assignments relating to government, politics, political science, history, law, psychology, and other social sciences. Each volume focuses on a different right or freedom and offers an anthology of key essays and articles on that right or freedom and the accompanying responsibilities. Material is drawn from a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources – journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, newsletters, position papers, speeches and government documents, with particular emphasis on Supreme Court and other court decisions. Each volume includes a list of organizations, a bibliography, and a subject index.

This volume in the Opposing Viewpoints series debates the issue of illegal immigration with such topics as how does illegal immigration impact the United States, how effective are policies to stop illegal immigration, are immigrants treated justly, and ho;Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.

Explores real or perceived teen rights related to the emancipation of teens, and how issues such as medical care decisions, drinking and smoking, and the age of sexual consent and marriage are impacted by emancipation.This product is part of the Teen Rights and Freedoms Series Teen Rights and Freedoms is a timely new series from Greenhaven Press that examines a broad range of perceived or actual legal rights and freedoms that impact the lives of young American teens. Each volume focuses on a different right or freedom and offers an anthology of key essays and articles on that right or freedom and the accompanying responsibilities. Material is drawn from a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources -- journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, newsletters, position papers, speeches and government documents, with particular emphasis on Supreme Court and other court decisions.•This timely series from Greenhaven Press examines a broad range of perceived or actual legal rights and freedoms that impact the lives of American teens. • Many of the volumes cover rights guaranteed under the Bill of Rights and how these rights are interpreted and protected in regard to children and teens. • The scope of the series also encompasses additional rights or freedoms, relating to both school and home environments. • Teen Rights and Freedoms supports student assignments relating to government, politics, political science, history, law, psychology, and other social sciences. • Each volume focuses on a different right or freedom and offers an anthology of key essays and articles on that right or freedom and the accompanying responsibilities. • Material is drawn from a diverse selection of primary and secondary sources – journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, newsletters, position papers, speeches and government documents, with particular emphasis on Supreme Court and other court dec • Each volume includes a list of organizations, a bibliography, and a subject index.

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; This title addresses the controversies associated with genetic engineering of humans (including so-called designer babies, cloning, and embryonic stem cell research), animals, and crops. The topics explored are whether genetic engineering should be permit; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model…not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th

Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; This volume of the Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints series explores many aspects of labor unions in the United States. Topics include the current status of labor unions, how the public views labor unions, the role of government in regulating labor unions (including collective bargaining and right-to-work laws), and the future of United States labor unions.; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement the text; Engaging fact boxes provide at-a-glance information; Guided reading questions aid comprehension; A list of basic facts about the issue broadens readers’ understanding; Glossary, annotated bibliography, Web sites, and organizations to contact supplement student research.

Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; This title explores whether the election process is fair and inclusive, how money affect the election process, how can the election process be improved?; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement the text; Engaging fact boxes provide at-a-glance information; Guided reading questions aid comprehension; A list of basic facts about the issue broadens readers’ understanding; Glossary, annotated bibliography, Web sites, and organizations to contact supplement student research.

Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; This volume of the Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints series explores many aspects of drug legalization. The book explores if the current prohibition on drugs in working; how drug legalization would impact society; and how public policy on drugs ; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement t

This series provides readers with the information they need to think critically about the worldwide implications of global issues; each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions.; This title explores extremism around the world, the causes of extremism, extremism and religion, and dealing with extremism.; By illuminating the complexities and interrelations of the global community, this excellent resource helps students and other researchers enhance their global awareness. Each volume focuses on a controversial topic of worldwide importance and offers a panoramic view of opinions selected from a diverse range of international sources, including journals, magazines, newspapers, nonfiction books, speeches, government documents, organization newsletters, and position papers. These books contain an annotated table of contents; locator maps, to help readers place countries or areas covered in the essays; “for further discussion” questions; a worldwide list of organizations to contact; bibliographies of books and periodicals; and a subject index.

This volume explores the life and work of Jon Krakauer, focusing particularly on the theme of wildness adventure in his popular book Into the Wild, and possible parallels between the real-life adventurer Chris McCandless and Krakauer himself.; Great literature resonates with us not only because of well-developed characters and plots, but also because it often reflects important social themes; these books explore a work of literature through the lens of the major issue reflected in it.; This series brings together the disciplines of sociology and literature in a unique format designed to support cross-curricular studies. Each volume explores a work of literature through the lens of the major social issue reflected in it, and features car

Each title in the highly acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format; the viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find publications.; Opposing Viewpoints: Abortion explores issues surrounding abortion including whether abortion is immoral, how Roe v. Wade has impacted abortion, should abortion rights be restricted, and other concerns about abortion.; "Each volume in the Opposing Viewpoints Series could serve as a model…not only providing access to a wide diversity of opinions, but also stimulating readers to do further research for group discussion and individual interest. Both shrill and moderate, th

Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; ; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement the text; Engaging fact boxes provide at-a-glance information; Guided reading questions aid comprehension; A list of basic facts about the issue broadens readers’ understanding; Glossary, annotated bibliography, Web sites, and organizations to contact supplement student research.