Presents a discussion of different forms of social activism, covering various ways to fight for social justice, human rights, and more, covering poverty, racism, homelessness, and environmental issues.
"This important book explores the culture and achievements of ancient Mesopotamia through the examination of artifacts that have survived through the centuries. Each primary-source artifact offers the reader significant clues to the civilization's technologies, cultural traditions, foods, and conflicts"--Provided by publisher.
"This awesome book explores the culture and achievements of ancient Egypt through the examination of artifacts that have survived through the centuries. Each primary-source artifact offers the reader significant clues to the civilization's technologies, cultural traditions, foods, and conflicts"--Provided by publisher.
"Zainab has never known peace in her homeland of Iraq. She and her family flee the country after her father is threatened by one of the many groups fighting against the government. Zainab's life is on hold as her family seeks safety in Jordan and, later, the United States. Interspersed with facts about Iraq and its people, this narrative ... [teaches readers] about the ongoing conflict in Iraq and how they can help refugees in their communities and around the world who are struggling to find permanent homes"--Provided by publisher.
Eight-year-old Etienne and his family live in The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Kidnapped by a rebel army and forced to be a child soldier, Etienne finally escapes and is sent to a camp for freed child soldiers. He is reunited with his family who then flee the country, arriving as refugees in Canada. Interspersed with facts about the DRC and its people, this narrative tells a story common to many refugees fleeing the country. Readers will learn about the experiences of child soldiers and how they can help refugees in their communities and around the world who are struggling to find permanent homes.
Examines the history and operation of the judicial branch of the United States government, discussing the responsibilities and powers of the chief justices of the Supreme Court.
Presents an overview of the mental, behavioral, and physical impairments of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, as well as new research, treatments and methods for managing behavioral issues.
Discusses the history of bloodsucking lice and fleas, examines their family trees, anatomy, life cycles, predators, and prey, and looks at myths and facts about the insects, as well as how to get rid of them.
