L?sted, Marcia Amidon

"The fight for women's rights has been going on for as long as the United States has been a nation. From the earliest colonial days, when women had virtually no rights, to the present day, where women are corporate executives and presidential candidates, females have struggled for equal rights and equal opportunities in society. It is a battle that has been fought by many strong and dedicated women. The fight will continue as women strive to reach their personal and professional goals, learning from the past, and refusing to accept limitations. Empower your students to take action for themselves and their friends through this . . . book"--Amazon.

Examines the people and events behind the creation of the Bill of Rights. Discusses how the document influenced the founding of the United States of America, and how it impacts the country still today. Includes color photographs, a glossary, critical thinking questions, and further resources.

"This field guide has 100 entries highlighting a variety of fossils, rocks, and minerals. Readers will gain a greater understanding about these objects and will be able to identify them in the wild"--Provided by publisher.

"This book explores the process of puberty, as well as the changes that occur both physically and mentally because of it. The title examines the process of becoming an adult, the demographic differences in puberty, and coping strategies for the changes teen bodies and minds go through"--Google books.

"Under universal health care, all residents of a country would be guaranteed care without incurring financial hardship, regardless of income. Out of the thirty-three countries that are considered developed-meaning they have a strong post-industrial economy-thirty-two have universal health care, with the United States being the exception. However, despite the widespread nature of universal health care, its implementation varies between countries"--Provided by publisher.

Explores different aspects of the decade known as the Roaring Twenties, from literature and music to politics, fashion, economics, and invention. Among other activities, readers can debate the pros and cons of Prohibition, create an advertising campaign for a new product, and analyze and compare events leading to the stock market crashes of 1929 and 2008.

Readers learn important information on how ticks can infect people, what to do if they bite, and how to avoid them in the first place.

Explains the history of tick-borne diseases and how they are treated.

"This book highlights a wide range of careers in the US military's special operations forces, including the Navy SEALs, Army Green Berets, and Air Force Special Ops. The title discusses the required training and duties of careers in each special operations unit, along with the branch's history and mission"--Provided by publisher.

Learn about the origins of the Star-Spangled Banner, including how the victory of the War of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to write it, how it become the national anthem of the U.S., and more.