Thinking critically

"The horror of school shootings has become all too familiar to Americans in recent years. Gun violence in schools is part of a disturbing trend toward mass shootings in American society overall. School officials, members of the government, parents, and students around the country continue to search for ways to prevent school shootings"--Provided by publisher.

Fake news is a story that seems like real news but involves misleading, deceptive, or false information. And no matter the motive behind its creation and circulation, it is clearly a problem. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines issues related to fake news.

Social, political, and legal issues involving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people continue to make headlines and spark discussions and arguments. Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines issues related to LGBT issues.

Examines issues related to genetic testing and research such as benefits and ethical issues.

"As concern about global warming grows, electric cars powered by clean technology seem like the ideal replacement for carbon-burning gasoline or diesel engines. Since 2000, automotive companies worldwide have strived to improve the range and efficiency of electric cars. Much depends on outside factors, such as the price of oil, government support, and consumer tastes. Electric cars account for only a tiny fraction of all automobiles on the road. This book introduces students to this complex issue"--Provided by publisher.

Examines issues related to illegal immigration such as paths to citizenship, mass deportation, and a combination of both.

"In the last thirty years, the industrialized nations of Europe and North America have made an effort to move away from the use of fossil fuels as a way of reducing pollution and slowing or even stopping climate change. At the same time, fossil fuels remain vital to their economies and standards of living. Controversies surround the use fossil fuels today and the role they will play in the future"--Provided by publisher.

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations, this title examines issues related to terrorism.

Through a narrative-driven pro-con format?supported by relevant facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations--this title examines issues related to sexual harassment.

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by facts, quotes, anecdotes, and full-color illustrations this title examines issues related to social networking.