An introduction to the festival of Divali which celebrates the start of the Hindu new year, discussing the meaning of the five-day festival, how families prepare for Divali, and the traditions associated with the celebration.
An introduction to Christmas, the Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus, discussing the meaning of the one-day event, how families prepare for Christmas, and the traditions associated with the celebration.
An introduction to Hanukkah, the Jewish festival of lights, discussing the meaning of the eight-day event, how families prepare for Hanukkah, and the traditions associated with the celebration.
Explains why people celebrate the birth of a baby, and looks at some of the traditions associated with the new arrivals, including naming, religious observances, announcements, gifts, and remembrances.
Explains how oil spills happen, discusses their effects on wildlife and habitats, describes the disposal of oil, and covers several major oil disasters, including Saddam Hussein's oil dumping during the Persian Gulf War.
Describes different factors that can build up or chip away at a person's--especially an adolescent's--self-esteem, presents comments from real teenagers about their struggles, and discusses healthy ways of coping.
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.
