"Fears about terrorism and other safety concerns have been prevalent for decades, but recent advancements in technology have given law enforcement and national security officials the ability to monitor suspected criminals. Some people believe this is not only desirable, but necessary. Others worry about the ways this power could potentially be abused. The many angles of conflict between safety and privacy are presented to readers through compelling photographs and fascinating fact boxes that supplement the neutral main text. This informative reading experience allows readers to gain a deeper understanding of the arguments and formulate their own opinions"--Provided by publisher.
In Bihac, Bosnia, in 1992, sixteen-year-old Amra and her family face starvation and the threat of brutal ethnic violence as Serbs and Bosnians clash, while a stray cat, Maci, provides solace.
Based on Mary Antin's classic memoir, The promised land. The memoir was written in the early twentieth century, and tells the story of a young girl and her life in Russia, her travels to America, and her subsequent life.
Provides an overview of sedimentary rocks, discussing their formation, location, identifying characteristics, history, significance, and uses throughout the world.
Provides an overview of minerals including how they were formed, their characteristics, history, common kinds of minerals and their uses, and amazing facts.
Provides an overview of metamorphic rocks including how they were formed, where they are found, their characteristics, history, significance, and uses.
