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Books published by publisher Brightpoint Press

  • Stone Offerings: Machu Picchu's Terraces of Enlightenment

    Mike Torrey, Marie Arana

    Hardcover (Lightpoint Press, May 1, 2009)
    Over 100 stunning color photographs of Machu Picchu taken at both the June and December solstices by architectural photographer Mike Torrey. With hardly any visitors evident, these photographs appraise the artistry of the man-made celebrating the natural, as well as the mystery of how, why, when this magical place was constructed. Includes a photographic map of site plus points of interest descriptions, and a complete index of photographs. Marie Arana's passionate introduction appears in both English and Spanish and illuminates the inspirational essence of this wonder-of-the-world. Author's Note describes how photographer created images without showing all the visitors.
  • Opioids and Their Dangers

    Susan E Hamen

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Opioids come in many forms, including prescribed painkillers that can be dangerous when misused. The deadly drug heroin is also an opioid. Opioids and Their Dangers examines what opioids are and what the risks of using them are. Readers will learn about the physical damages the opioids do to the body, how addiction affects others, and what treatment for opioid dependence looks like.
  • Work in the Fashion Industry

    Emma Huddleston

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Fashion is a growing global industry. A variety of job opportunities are available in this industry. Salespeople, models, and other professionals bring the latest fashions to consumers. Work in the Fashion Industry explores different careers in the fashion industry, including the training and educational requirements as well as the future outlook for each career.
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  • Methamphetamine and Its Dangers

    Marty Erickson

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Examines the history of methamphetamine, health risks of using the drug, the toll it takes on the lives of users, and what rehabilitation options are available"--
  • Marijuana and Its Dangers

    Kari A Cornell

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    With many states legalizing marijuana for medicinal or recreational use, it is important for teens to understand the risks and dangers of marijuana. Marijuana and Its Dangers looks at how marijuana use affects the brain, how addiction affects the life of the user and society, and what treatment options look like for those in need.
  • The #metoo Movement

    Marty Erickson

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Explores the history of the #MeToo movement and how it has evolved, including the activists who are leading the movement today"--
  • Recess Heroes Face the Moon Fumes

    J. E. Bright, Rima Salloum

    language (Brighten Press, Aug. 13, 2018)
    Created to engage middle-grade reluctant readers and all science fiction fans!Pick Your Powers!Scott, Matt, and Jett are keeping a secret about their school’s jungle gym. It turns into a spaceship, launching them on important adventures as the Recess Heroes!For every mission, they each choose whatever awesome power they want. There’s one rule: they can’t use the same power twice.Then a cool kid named Brett joins the team. Will he be a great addition to their mission to the Moon . . . or will the entire Earth end up invaded by angry aliens?
  • Heroin and Its Dangers

    Susan E Hamen

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    With the country experiencing a rising heroin addiction problem, teens need to be informed about the risks and dangers of this incredibly addictive drug. Heroin and Its Dangers looks at stories of addiction, the history of the drug, its toll on the body, and what users can do for treatment.
  • Work in the Military

    Roberta Baxter

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Explores different careers in the military, including the training and educational requirements as well as the future outlook for each career"--
  • School Shootings

    Jen Barton

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    School shootings have claimed the lives of many people in the United States. Today, some activists argue for better gun control laws. They face opposition from people who want to protect their gun ownership rights. School Shootings explores the history of this issue and how it has evolved, including how people and laws are addressing it today.
  • Transgender Rights

    Marty Erickson

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    Throughout history, transgender people have been largely ignored and discriminated against. They have sometimes faced violence. Today, some lawmakers and activists are working to change this. They are working to defend the rights of transgender people. Transgender Rights explores the history of this issue and how it has evolved, including how people and laws are addressing it today.
  • Refugees

    Marty Erickson

    Hardcover (Brightpoint Press, Aug. 1, 2019)
    "Explores the history of this refugees and the obstacles they face, and how the issue has evolved, including how people and laws are addressing it today"-- Provided by publisher.