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The Cause & Effect: Ancient Civilizations series examines causes and effects of historical events and time periods. Every book in the series includes thoughtful discussion of questions like these—supported by facts, examples, and a mix of fully documented primary and secondary source quotes. Each title also includes an overview of the civilization so that readers have a broad context for understanding the more detailed discussions of specific causes and their effects.
The Cause & Effect: Modern Wars series examines causes and effects of events that occur within the context of war. Every book in the series includes thoughtful discussion of questions like these—supported by facts, examples, and a mix of fully documented primary and secondary source quotes. Each title also includes an overview of the war so that readers have a broad context for understanding the more detailed discussions of specific causes and their effects.
Even as discrimination forced them to the margins of society, the contributions African Americans have made to the arts span generations. In the nineteenth century, Robert S. Duncanson excelled as a landscape painter, and the sculptures of Edmonia Lewis made her world famous. Some of the greatest jazz music today comes from Miles Davis, and some of the world's most read poetry was written by Langston Hughes. Filled with accessible text, colour photographs, and additional resources, students will
Cell phones have had a huge influence on how people today live, work, and play. But like many technological advances, they have both upsides and downsides. Cell Phones and Society examines the many ways that these crucial devices have benefited and complicated modern life. All books in the series include fully documented quotes from experts, consumers, and others.
In recent years, free speech advocates have warned that censorship is rising at a concerning rate. Yet not everyone agrees that restricting certain types of speech is censorship. As a result, there is a growing debate over what should be allowed or censored, sparking confusion in the public and those responsible for enforcing these policies.
American democracy is experiencing unprecedented challenges. This series examines function and disfunction in the pillars of that democracy. Topics include the political party system, voting, the Supreme Court, media literacy, and the relationship between the President and Congress. Fully documented quotes, relevant facts, and historic context add depth and perspective to this series.
In a post-pandemic world dominated by social media, many issues that have always impacted teenage girls feel more overwhelming than ever. Girls are struggling with anxiety related to self-image issues, body image issues, and cyberbullying. Understanding these issues is crucial to help girls learn how to navigate a world full of harmful messages, and to understand that no matter what anyone says, they are enough.
Winning isn't everything, but for the coaches profiled in this set, winning clearly matters. They are some of the highest-achieving coaches in history. Through the stories of sports figures like Bill Belichick, who is responsible for six Super Bowl championships, Phil Jackson, one of the top ten coaches in NBA history, and Geno Auriemma, who led the University of Connecticut women's basketball team to eleven NCAA championships, students will learn what it takes to be a leader. They'll learn how
American families are changing. New attitudes toward adoption, same-sex marriage, interracial relations, and more have influenced the makeup of families all across the nation. The Changing Families series helps young readers understand the experience of being part of a non-traditional family. Chapters examine the changes that are taking place, how young people within these families view themselves, and how they are affected by the views of outsiders. Each book also presents stories of well-known
This riveting collection presents articles and opinion pieces on major social, cultural, and political issues, tracking how coverage of and perspectives on these topics have shifted with time and new revelations. Scientific discoveries, social activism, and historical events have changed how the public sees and thinks about such topics as women's roles, war, drugs, minority rights, and immigration. Through the decades, The New York Times' coverage on these subjects reflects changes in social nor