Heing, Bridey

"Millennials are much discussed and debated by the public, media, and government, with many competing ideas about the age group. Including those born between the mid-1980s and early 2000s, the generation is sometimes seen as entitled and lacking in work ethic, while others feel they have proven themselves as innovative and forward thinking ... In this book, arguments about millennials written by experts, researchers, politicians, and others will be laid out side by side so that students can form their own opinions not only about this critical generation, but about how society confronts change and generational differences"--Provided by publisher.

Wars, political oppression, and natural disasters are just a few of the reasons that people are forced to leave their homes in search of a new future. This book sheds light on what it's like to be a young refugee, including what day-to-day life looks like as a displaced teen in places like Greece, Jordan, Darfur, and more. Case studies detail the specific circumstances that lead to displacement today, presenting a comprehensive, relatable, and empathetic look at one of the modern world's most pressing problems.

"This book explores how the rise of ISIS has influenced religious minorities caught in the so-called caliphate and what their lives are like under this oppressive regime"--OCLC.

"With the promise of glorious holy war and a wife, more than 20,000 foreign fighters flowed into Iraq and Syria, leaving the Islamic State hard-pressed to provide enough wives for the fighters. With the number of foreign women estimated at a few hundred, ISIS has turned to draconian measures like slavery, temporary marriages, and even child brides. Women captives of the group who managed to escape tell tales of terror and abuse despite the glowing promises of those who recruit women for the so-called Islamic State. This book explores the dangers for women and girls caught in the path of ISIS and how they're used by the group as both rewards for fighters and as warriors in their own right"--Amazon.

"When Muhammed swept victorious into the city of Mecca in 630 C.E., one of his first acts was to destroy all of the idols at the Kabbah, one of the holiest sites in the Islamic world. ISIS is taking the prophet's idea to the extreme, attempting to raze art and architecture they deem un-Islamic from their domain. Ancient cities have fallen beneath bulldozers and clouds of dust, while priceless artifacts have been looted from museums and destroyed. Students will be challenged to ask why ISIS is so bent on destroying artifacts of the past and what power the preservation of these objects gives those fighting against the Islamic State"--Amazon.

". . . looks at how ISIS is selecting and grooming the next generation of jihadists and what can be done to prevent a generation of lost children"--Amazon.

Examines the history of mass shootings and major mass shootings in the United States. Discusses the psychology of the shooters themselves, issues pertaining to mass shootings, and how they can be prevented both now and in the future. Includes color photographs, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.

"Explores the many facets of the conversation surrounding sexual harassment and gender violence so that readers understand the causes, forms, and impact of these two interconnected issues"--Provided by publisher.

"This text examines the historical college admissions process ... [through the] analysis of researchers, politicians, officials, and ordinary people in order to show students all sides of this often high-stress topic"--Provided by publisher.

Shares stories of teens who have been recruited by terrorist groups.