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Books in Issues that Concern You series

  • Transgender Rights

    Marty Gitlin

    Paperback (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 15, 2018)
    "What basic human rights are afforded to transgender and nonbinary U.S. citizens is a mystery to many. The viewpoints in this resource lay out the issues in a concise and informative way, offering measured arguments as to why trans Americans are a protected class, as well as arguments for why they don't need special treatment"--Provided by publisher.
  • Medical Marijuana

    Arthur Gillard

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 17, 2013)
    Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; Medical marijuana is a popular topic for debate. ITCY: Medical Marijuana covers the contentious nature of the following: the medicinal nature of marijuana; teenage use of medical marijuana; and federal regulation of medical marijuana.; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a
  • Juvenile Crime

    Heidi Watkins

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Aug. 31, 2010)
    Each title in this colorful series discusses an issue that either is part of students' lives or is likely affecting someone they know. Presenting multiple sides to current issues, each title distinguishes itself through its dedicated focus on concerns that today's middle and high school students deal with regularly, such as underage drinking and obesity.
  • Electronic Devices in Schools

    Laurie Willis

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Nov. 7, 2012)
    Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; this title explores issues related to electronic devices in schools, including the advantages and disadvantages of using cell phones, iPods, laptops, and tablets in the classroom, discussions of programs in which students bring laptops from home for use i; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a
  • Death and Dying

    Lauri S. Scherer

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, April 14, 2014)
    Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; This title explores issues related to death and dying, including: end-of-life care; economics and end-of-life care decisions; government involvement; rights of terminally ill people; hospice care; technology and life spans.; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a
  • School Violence

    Peggy Daniels

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Dec. 19, 2008)
    This book presents excerpts from previously published periodicals and websites of varying repute. All of the writings are supported by facts and figures that supposedly prove the author's arguments, making it nearly impossible to evaluate even the most basic claim.
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  • Money Management

    Jill Hamilton

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, July 8, 2009)
    Presents informative articles concerning the issues of money management and financial literacy as they apply to teenagers.
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  • Transgender Rights

    Marty Gitlin

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Pr, Jan. 15, 2018)
    "What basic human rights are afforded to transgender and nonbinary U.S. citizens is a mystery to many. The viewpoints in this resource lay out the issues in a concise and informative way, offering measured arguments as to why trans Americans are a protected class, as well as arguments for why they don't need special treatment"--Provided by publisher.
  • English Language Learners

    Tamara L. Roleff

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, March 13, 2009)
    Explores issues involved with English language learners, bilingual education, and the English-only/official English movement.
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  • Birth Control

    Roman Espejo

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, June 12, 2012)
    Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; This title in the Issues That Concern You series explores issues related to birth control and young adults. Covered topics include the role of parents in providing guidance about sex and birth control; abstinence-only education; birth control services in ; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a
  • Gun Violence

    Lauri S. Scherer

    Library Binding (Greenhaven Press, Sept. 28, 2012)
    Focusing on topics of special concern to students, this series makes complex issues less intimidating and more accessible; each book presents 10 to 14 readings from a variety of perspectives that allow readers to better understand the topic.; This title explores issues related to gun violence, including the threat of gun violence for particular groups, such as women, children, and African Americans, the impact of gun control laws on gun violence, and the pros and cons of restrictions on guns i; Students must often make informed decisions about serious issues that will affect the course of their lives. Focusing on topics of special concern to students, the Issues That Concern You series helps make these complex issues less intimidating and more a
  • Bullying and Hazing

    Jill Hamilton

    Hardcover (Greenhaven Press, Aug. 22, 2008)
    Describes what bullying and hazing is and what steps can be taken to stop it.
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