juvenile nonfiction / social science / general

"Inspired by her popular Wild Thing podcast, journalist Laura Krantz incorporates the scientific method and her journalistic skills to determine if Bigfoot is real. Exploring the gray area between myth and science, Krantz takes readers on a strange, surreal, and surprising hunt for the fabled Sasquatch-showing us how to challenge our gut assumptions and open our minds to new possibilities, to think critically, and to use the scientific method along the way. The Search for Sasquatch asks readers to evaluate the evidence it presents and make up their own minds, all while considering why Bigfoot might be important-even if we don't find him"--Provided by publisher.

""Famous Phonies: Legends, Fakes, and Frauds Who Changed History is the first in a new nonfiction middle grade series that will explore the underbelly of history, making you question everything you thought you knew about history's finest. It's perfect for the history buff, the reluctant reader, or that kid who loves the strange and unusual."" --.

A collection of essays exploring controversies surrounding cosmetic surgery.

"This title in Lucent's Diseases and Disorders series discusses the illness known as meningitis. The book gives details on the symptoms of the disease, how it is contracted, known treatments as well as possible new treatments, and how the disease may be prevented. The title also includes an annotated bibliography and a list of organizations that can be contacted for support"--Provided by publisher.

A collection of essays that provides varying perspectives on issues related to domestic terrorism and national security.

Contains a collection of articles, with varied viewpoints, that address topics related to the Democratic Party.

Contains a collection of articles, with varied viewpoints, that address topics related to the Republican Party.

"This timely new series examines a broad range of perceived, practical, or actual legal rights and freedoms impacting the daily lives of teens. Each volume focuses on a different right or freedom. Material is drawn from primary and secondary sources. Many volumes cover rights guaranteed under the Bill of Rights and how these rights are interpreted and protected in regards to minors"--.

A collection of articles that discuss the various viewpoints surrounding topics related to women's health.

Contains twenty-two essays that provide opposing viewpoints on issues related to American values, and debates which values are important, whether the country is in a moral decline, how to define patriotism, and whether American values improve cultural relations.