gun control

Readers are invited to learn more about lobbyists as they explore informative text on this important political topic.

Readers will explore how much power the president actually has as they learn about the history of executive orders.

Supreme Court decisions have impacted many parts of American life throughout the country's history, and understanding these decisions helps readers become more informed citizens.

Through accessible language and relevant examples and photographs, readers discover the history of political action committees and how they continue to influence American politics.

Readers will discover about this unique part of American politics as they explore some of the most famous filibusters in U.S. history, including recent filibusters by Wendy Davis and Nancy Pelosi.

Explores the lives of some of the teenage survivors of the February 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, discussing how they became activists, started the #neveragain movement, took on the NRA and Congressional leaders, and tried to heal and deal with normal high school activities such as exams, athletics, prom, graduation, and college applications.

A collection of essays selected from the New York Times that looks at gun control in the United States.

Discusses the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, and how select students decided to take a stand against the NRA and government officials for their complacency on gun violence. Examines the debate from both sides and highlights individuals who are making an impact on the controversial topic. Includes color photographs, critical thinking questions, a glossary, sources for further information, and an index.

Examines the nature of gun violence, particularly in the United States, how it is covered in the news, how survivors cope with the trauma and stress after being in a gun violence situation, and steps that people in power think should be taken to end gun violence. Includes a glossary.