Crayton, Lisa A.

"Discriminatory comments, racial profiling, and hate crimes are examples of racist behavior. Whether subtle or overt, such behavior is harmful. When teens understand what constitutes racist behavior and learn ways to confront it, they are better equipped to address this . . . topic. Using this resource, teens glean an . . . understanding of the . . . subject, and discover specific ways they can confront racist behavior wherever they encounter it"--Amazon.

Examines the notion of cultural appropriation and argues that it is always a bad thing in spite of context or intent. Offers readers advice for how to apologize for cultural appropriation if they should feel they have committed it. Includes a glossary.

Readers learn how escaped slaves turned social activists, political activists, journalists, and militant advocates helped end slavery.

Growing up poor in a small town in Georgia, Alice Walker became aware of the effects of prejudice and segregation at a young age. She would later call on these early experiences when writing her most famous novel, The Color Purple. But the themes of Walker's prose and poetry extend far beyond race, including women's issues, religion, relationships, and culture. This text explores the many themes of her work, as well as her use of characterization, literary devices, and plot. Through biographical information, quotes from the author, excerpts from texts, and critical analysis, readers will obtain a strong appreciation for the life and works of this controversial and esteemed author.

A biography of Elizabeth Blackwell, a doctor and advocate for women in medicine, that uses primary sources to describe her life and work.

Readers learn about taxes, including the different types of taxes, why they are needed, where they go, and how the digital age has affected taxes.

Title breaks down the stock market and explains what it is, its history, what really happens on Wall Street, and how it can affect readers personally.

Readers will learn about economic recessions, including the difference between a recession and a depression.

Discusses inflation, what it is, what causes it, its effects on the rest of the economy, and its impact on everyday life.

Discussing the types of globalization, how and why it occurs, and its effect on people.