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Sports violence

2011
Discusses violence in sports, including why it occurs, ways in which it manifests, parental violence in youth sports, and possible solutions.

Pandemics

2007
Objectively and thoughtfully explores the topic of pandemics.

Hoarding

2012
Discusses the problem of compulsive hoarding where people keep almost everything and throw out next to nothing. In time, this behavior can lead to rooms or entire houses filled with unused things, leaving little usable living space.

Cliques

2011
Provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination about cliques a hot-button issue of the day. Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion.

Gangs

2011
Provides clear, balanced, and thoughtful examination of the hot-button issue about gangs. Carefully crafted narrative, fully documented primary and secondary source quotations, informative sidebars, and study questions all provide excellent starting points for research and discussion.

Bias in the media

2010
Examines the role of the media in American society and it has been used to promote specific political or social agendas.

Online social networking

2009
Draws on primary and secondary sources to provide a comprehensive overview of the topic of online social networking and the controversies surrounding it.

Global warming

2009
Explains the science of global warming, examines the debate over the causes and extent of the problem, discusses some of the threats posed to the planet and its inhabitants by global warming, looks at possible solutions, and offers suggestions on how to adapt to a warmer future.

Video games

2010
Presents a discussion of video games that is designed to inspire critical thinking in middle and high school students, covering the political, social, and cultural issues associated with the topic, with photographs, examples, and quotes.

Going green

2009
Explores issues related to the environment, examines the dangers caused by pollution and garbage, and discusses the benefits of Green products and practices, which includes buying local products and recycling.

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