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The Indian Ocean Tsunami
Greg Roza
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 1, 2007)Explains what earthquakes are and how they may result in tsunamis, and describes the events that occurred during and after the tsunami that began in the Indian Ocean on the day after Christmas in 2004.
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Human Trafficking
Joyce Hart
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Jan. 1, 2009)Discusses the extent and effects of human trafficking, the term that is used today for modern-day slavery, which takes place in almost every country in the world.
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Hurricane Katrina
Mary Ann Hoffman
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 31, 2006)Explains what a hurricane is, and describes the damage that Hurricane Katrina did to the Gulf States in 2005.
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The Pakistan Earthquake
Colleen Adams
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Aug. 31, 2006)Explains what earthquakes are and describes the aftermath of the earthquake that hit Pakistan in late 2005.
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The Texas Wildfires
Therese M Shea
Library Binding (Powerkids Pr, Jan. 1, 2007)Explains what causes wildfires and how firefighters work to stop them, and describes the devastating effect of the wildfires that occurred in Texas in late 2005.
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Hunger: Food Insecurity in America
M.D. Wilson, Michael R.
Paperback (Rosen Pub Group, Sept. 1, 2009)Discusses hunger in the United States, including the causes for food insecurity, its link to poverty and homelessness, and future solutions to the issue.
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Darfur: African Genocide
John Xavier
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Sept. 30, 2007)Describes the influence of Darfur's geography and history on its current violence and discusses why the international community is involved.
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Suicide Bombers
Robert Greenberger
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, June 30, 2007)Presents an overview of suicide attacks, covering its beginnings in twentieth century history, the recent dramatic increase in its use by Islamic extremists, and the techniques used by terrorist organizations to recruit and train suicide bombers.
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Hunger: Food Insecurity in America
M.D. Wilson, Michael R.
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Sept. 1, 2009)Even in our ยland of plenty,ย food insecurity and hunger are persistent problems. This book discusses the root causes of food insecurity in America, the groups most affected, and the best solutions for overcoming challenges, from community outreach to federal legislation.
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Homelessness in America Today
Jennifer Bringle
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Aug. 15, 2010)Discusses homelessness in the United States, including a brief history, the effects of the recent economic recession on the homelessness rates in the nation, and what can be done to end homelessness.
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Illegal Immigration and Amnesty: Open Borders and National Security
Janey Levy
Library Binding (Rosen Pub Group, Jan. 1, 2010)Immigration, both legal and illegal, has been debated passionately for centuries. The terrorist attacks of September 11th focused more attention on illegal immigration, making the debate more highly charged and the need for a solution more urgent. This insightful book provides readers with the basics about illegal immigration and amnesty. Students learn about American attitudes toward immigrants, and about significant legislation that has been enacted to deal with issues and challenges. Readers also learn about the principal debates that center around illegal immigrants and amnesty, as well as other possible solutions.
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The Koreas
David Wilson
Hardcover (Mason Crest Publishers, Jan. 1, 2019)"Breaking news, politics, economy, quality of life, society & culture, security issues"--Cover.