Stewart, Gail

Presents first-person accounts of individuals and families who are living as homeless persons in America's cities.

Following a factual introduction, four women of different ages and backgrounds who are now or have recently been battered tell their own stories in their own words.

An introduction to the history, economy, people, and notable sites of the largest city in the United States.

Discusses the early detection of diabetes, its symptoms, treatment, daily life with diabetes, and hope for the future.

Examines how human interference affects Antarctica.

Profiles people involved in World War I, including both political and military leaders on both sides of the conflict.

Profiles people involved in the Revolutionary War as soldiers, politicians, or in other capacities, including King George II, Benedict Arnold, and Mary Hays McCauly (Molly Pitcher).

Tells the stories of four young cancer patients, discussing how they handle the daily demands of family, education, social life, doctor visits, and medical treatments, and how each finds the strength and courage to continue his or her battle against cancer.

Profiles four teenagers with disabilities, discussing their problems and the ways with which they have dealt with their disabilities.

Discusses life as a teenage parent, the costs to society, future goals of public policy on the topic, alternatives to becoming a teenage parent, and programs to help teens make the transition to parenthood.