Porterfield, Jason

Containing photographs, sidebars, and a glossary, explores the threat of the use of dirty bombs and weapons of mass destruction by terrorists.

Social alienation is a form of indirect bullying. In this penetrating narrative, teens learn about the effects of bullying, not only to the victim but also to the bully. Readers will also explore topics such as how bullies choose targets, how people who are socially isolated can develop a plan of defense, and how to combat social alienation.

Provides information about drugs known as downers, explaining what they are, describing the effects of specific types of depressant drugs, and discussing the consequences of depressant abuse.

This book introduces the history, key coaches, key players, key games, and mascots of the Big East basketball teams, a Division I-A conference in the National Collegiate Athletic Association.