Simons, Rae

Presents the experiences of people who survived rape, human trafficking, and honor killings, telling how their lives have changed as a result.

Presents a comprehensive guide that offers tips for teens on proper skin care and includes information on hygiene, skin diseases and infection, acne, and the effects of the sun's damaging rays.

Introduces children to the basics of HIV and AIDS, providing information on the virus, its transmission, symptoms, diagnosis, dangers, and treatment options.

Details real-life survival stories from individuals who have experienced acts of terrorism, and discusses suicide bombings in Palestine and Israel, as well as the attack on the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001.

Emphasizes that strong family units come in different shapes and sizes, focusing on blended families and the challenges they face.

Presents the struggles and complications that adoptive parents have to deal with, as well as the joys.

Presents a brief profile of Hip Hop artist Kanye West; and chronicles his childhood, accomplishments and awards, and success in the entertainment industry.

Details real-life survival stories from individuals who have overcome great catastrophes in their lives, and discusses racial prejudice, cancer, natural disasters, domestic abuse, violence, and more.

Examines diseases and illness that can be obtained through microscopic viruses, bacteria, and germs; and describes the three types of bacteria and how to prevent viruses such as the common cold, herpes, HIV, and more.

Explores the origins of modern currency systems and outlines several systems nations can use to operate their economy. Discusses how financial systems work in the modern world and features full-color photographs, a glossary, and further reading sources.