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Books with author Peggy J. Parks

  • Concussions

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2013)
    Offers information on the cause, diagnosis, treatments, risks, and prevention of concussions.
  • Careers If You Like to Travel

    Peggy J Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Young people who are uncertain about their future careers may want to start with what they enjoy or dream aboutlike, for instance, travel. A wide variety of careers involve travel, from flight attendant to hospitality manager, travel nurse, or ESL teacher. What the jobs entail, what they pay, and future prospects are discussed, along with insight from industry experts--
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  • Foods of France

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (KidHaven, Aug. 30, 2005)
    Describes the foods, cooking traditions, customs, eating habits, and food sources of France, and includes recipes for breads, soups, and desserts.
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  • Anorexia

    Peggy J Parks

    Library Binding (Referencepoint Press, Aug. 1, 2008)
    Anorexia nervosa is a serious mental health disease that involves compulsive dieting and drastic weight loss, and can lead to serious health problems and even death. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines: How Serious Is Anorexia? What Causes Anorexia? What Are the Health Risks of Anorexia? and Can Anorexia Be Cured?
  • Teen Depression

    Peggy J. Parks

    Library Binding (Lucent Books, Nov. 7, 2012)
    These books offer readers a means of understanding various ailments; clear, careful explanations offer insight into what these conditions are, what causes them, how we cope with them, and the latest information about treatment and prevention.; In this new addition to the Diseases and Disorders series, author Peggy J. Parks discusses the causes, treatment, and impact of depression in teenagers. Parks explains the difficulties involved in diagnosing depression in adolescents, as well as other moo; All volumes in the series include primary and secondary quotations, annotated bibliographies, detailed indexes, and lists of organizations to contact for additional information.
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  • Online Privacy

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2016)
    Describes how to stay safe online, including how to guard private information on social media, the consequences of "oversharing," how user data is collected and used, and efforts to protect online privacy through legislation.
  • The Importance of Plate Tectonic Theory

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2015)
    Describes how the theory of plate tectonics came about, the evidence for it, and how it impacts global climate.
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  • Aliens

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (KidHaven, Dec. 15, 2006)
    Presents anecdotes of encounters between people and aliens, including the experiences of Betty Andreasson, John Velez, and Kenneth Arnold.
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  • HPV

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Provides information about HPV, including the health risks it poses, how infections can be prevented, and if the vaccine should be mandatory.
  • Learning Disabilities

    Peggy J Parks

    Library Binding (Daniel A. Leone, Aug. 1, 2009)
    Once believed to be a sign of mental retardation, learning disabilities are now known to result from differences in how a persons brain works and how it processes information. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines, What Are Learning Disabilities? What Causes Learning Disabilities? Can People Overcome Learning Disabilities? Can Learning Disabilities Be Cured?
  • Doctor

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (KidHaven, April 9, 2003)
    Explores the career of a doctor, offering information on types of doctors, training and education, and a typical day in the life of a physician.
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  • How Prevalent Is Racism in Society?

    Peggy J. Parks

    Hardcover (Referencepoint Pr Inc, Aug. 1, 2014)
    Looks at racism in the United States, including its origins, housing discrimination, and the progress that has been made to eradicate it.