Powell, Jillian

Presents a short study of alcohol use and abuse, and describes alcoholic content, prohibition, social drinking, the effects of excessive alcohol use on the body and brain, and more.

An introduction to harvest festivals, including Thanksgiving, Kwanzaa, and others, discussing why people celebrate the harvest, and the traditions associated with such occasions.

Examines various traumatic events that can cause stress and emotional strain on children and teenagers, covering lifestyles, family breakups, bereavement, and illnesses; and also discusses child runaways and possible solutions.

Presents information about cereals and grains and their nutritional values, as well as cooking methods and recipes for dishes featuring these foods.

Photographs and text record the changes puppies go through as they grow from birth to adulthood.

Photographs and text record the changes pigs go through as they grow from birth to adulthood.

Presents a collection of letters from young people who share their concerns and problems about a number of topics including stepparents, divorce, abuse, siblings, and privacy.

The principal at Lee's school has been doing some strange things, and Lee is afraid that there is going to be an alien abduction.

Provides information for teens about puberty, describing the physical changes boys and girls experience during puberty, and discussing skin and hair, emotions, and health.

Explains how, why, when, and where people get bullied as well as who does the bullying and what can be done about it.