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Risks of Social Media, The

Social media's explosive growth has come with many benefits but it has also resulted in significant risks including addiction, deception, and bullying. This series explores those risks and the challenges of addressing them. All books feature real-world accounts, fully-documented quotes, and clear, thoughtful narrative.

Role Model Athletes

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Ruptured Sky, The: War of 1812  

The Ruptured Sky tells the story of First Nations involvement in the War of 1812. Without their First Nations allies, British troops and Canadian militia would not have won key battles and the U.S.©Canada border might not exist. Canada might not have become an independent nation. First Nations peoples remained conflicted about whom to support since longstanding allegiances existed with both the British and Americans. This became a divisive issue. Individuals such as Tecumseh, John Norton, Joseph

Sasquatch

Sasquatch takes a fresh look at the various man-apes that are reported to exist in North America, South America, Australia, the Himalayas and Central Asia. It examines historic sightings as well as more recent ones – and poses the crucial question: are they really out there?

Scar Boys, The

In attempting to describe himself in his college application essay--Harry Jones goes way beyond the 250-word limit and gives a full account of his life. The first defining moment: the day the neighbourhood goons tied him to a tree during a lightning storm when he was 8 years old, and the tree was struck and caught fire. Harry was badly burned and has had to live with the physical and emotional scars, reactions from strangers, bullying, and loneliness that instantly became his everyday reality.

Scar Girl

When The Scar Boys ended, the band had fallen apart. Harry and Johnny are barely speaking, and Cheyenne is feeling desperate about Johnny, who has retreated into silence. It's only through their music that the group is able to rebuild their relationships, and they slowly begin to reach musical success and fame. In Scar Girl, Cheyenne, Harry, and Richie tell their own stories as they discover the ups and downs of being rock musiciansùincluding meltdowns on stage, too much drinking, keeping secret

Science (Workbook)

Earth science includes the study of the atmosphere, hydrosphere, oceans, and biosphere, as well as the solid earth. Life science involves the study of living organisms, their organization, life processes, and the characteristics of all living things. And physical science includes any of the sciences that analyze the nature and properties of energy and nonliving matter and seeks to expand the understanding of the universe. The reproducible activity pages supplement science textbooks with stand-al

Science and Sustainability

Science has much to offer the world in terms of achieving sustainable practices—in agriculture, water, energy, wildlife habitats, and even construction. Science and Sustainability examines the role that science can play in these areas and some of the specific changes that are leading the world ever closer to the goal of sustainability. Fascinating examples and fully documented quotes add insight and interest.

Science and Technology of Sports, The

No matter the sport, athleticism and hard work are central to athletic performance. But there is more going on when a person runs, jumps, kicks, or throws. Physical forces and biomechanical factors help determine speed, stamina, accuracy, and more. The Science and Technology of Sports series examines the biomechanics, physics, and mathematical principles that shape athletic performance and competition. How these factors influence training and common injuries is also discussed.