Books in What's the Issue? series

Case studies; Revealing facts and figures; Tips, tactics and points of view; Useful contact names and support agency addresses; Full glossary and index; This new series provides informative and supportive reading on complex and sometimes painful issues and situations that teenagers encounter and need to be informed about. The approach, positive rather than problem-focused, is designed to equip the reader with the facts and familiarise them with a wide range of points of view and perspectives in difficult issues. The enables them to come to their own balanced conclusions.

"Accusations of voter fraud and voter suppression have been widespread in the 21st century, but the facts are often obscured. How much of a problem is voter fraud? What should be done to combat it-and will proposed measures be helpful or harmful to most voters? Informative text and engaging fact boxes explore voting rights issues, giving readers a better understanding of the facts surrounding this politically charged topic. A list of ways young people can become more involved in voting rights activism isalso included to help them become more active citizens"--

"While many people associate the phrase "law and order" with popular television, politicians and pundits in recent years have frequently used the phrase when discussing current issues and proposed solutions to problems. However, what does this phrase actually mean? Engaging fact boxes and full-color photographs augment the informative text, giving readers a better understanding of what "law and order" means and how it affects people. With this information, tomorrow's leaders are encouraged to become moreactive citizens and to engage with this issue in an age-appropriate way"--

"The economy affects nearly every aspect of a person's life, yet many find it confusing or boring. This outlook can cause people to ignore changes in economic policy that have a profound effect on them. By gaining a deeper understanding of what the economy is and how it affects people, budding activists are more equipped to advocate for themselves and others. Full-color photographs, graphic organizers, and informative fact boxes give readers a basic introduction to the economy and how to get more involved in economic issues, and a list of resources gives them a jumping-off point for more in-depth research"--

Educating the next generation of voters and activists is crucial in the 21st century as pressing issues including switching to renewable energy and struggling with mental health, begin affecting people at a younger age than ever before. Understanding the facts surrounding such topics is an essential part of making informed decisions. Graphic organizers and full-color photographs provide a foundation for young readers to understand complex topics and formulate their own opinions. These augment the objective narratives, which present information in a neutral way that encourages critical thinking based on facts. Features include: Accessible language that gives young readers the vocabulary needed to engage with current events. Curriculum-based background information on each issue allows readers to make connections between what they learn in the classroom and what's happening in life. Lists of age-appropriate ways to get involved encourage active citizenship from a young age.

Educating the next generation of voters and activists is crucial in the 21st century as pressing issues including switching to renewable energy and struggling with mental health, begin affecting people at a younger age than ever before. Understanding the facts surrounding such topics is an essential part of making informed decisions. Graphic organizers and full-color photographs provide a foundation for young readers to understand complex topics and formulate their own opinions. These augment the objective narratives, which present information in a neutral way that encourages critical thinking based on facts. Features include: Accessible language that gives young readers the vocabulary needed to engage with current events. Curriculum-based background information on each issue allows readers to make connections between what they learn in the classroom and what's happening in life. Lists of age-appropriate ways to get involved encourage active citizenship from a young age.

The news often features reports about natural disasters, stories about activism can be seen on social media feeds, and adults sometimes complain about taxes. For many young people, though, these and other important issues can seem inaccessible. However, when these topics are presented using age-appropriate photographs and language students understand, they can inspire young people to become more informed and active citizens. As readers explore these accessible examinations of current global concerns, they develop a better understanding of the world around them and what they can do to make it a better place. Features include: Relevant data and statistics are presented in fact boxes to encourage readers to use facts to support their opinions. Graphic organizers of achievable lists of actions help young people get involved with causes. A variety of viewpoints on each topic help readers develop critical thinking skills.

Issues such as environmental conservation, gender identity, student rights, and nationalism affect people of all ages, so young people must be given the tools to understand these and other current events topics. These tools include age-appropriate examples, informative fact boxes, helpful graphic organizers, and full-color photographs. This accessible exploration of important issues presents a balanced overview of controversial topics and avoids scare tactics, favoring facts over fear. Armed with the knowledge they need to think for themselves about the world around them, readers are inspired to do their part to make it a better place. Features include: Different viewpoints on each issue are included to encourage critical thinking about current events. Informative main texts include connections between current events and a variety of curriculum topics. Suggestions for ways young people can confront these issues in their community support age-appropriate activism.