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Laws That Changed History

The right to fair wages for work. The access to clean air and water. The ability for everyone to vote. The right to seek asylum. Readers will explore laws that we may take for granted, but whose existence hasn't always been assured, and may yet be challenged in the future. Unemployment law and occupational safety laws changed the workplace. The U.S. government has both protected our natural resources and whittled them away. Readers will learn how the right to vote was established, and how it con

Leaders of the Scientific Revolution

Each title in this biographical series focuses on the life and achievements of a different key figure whose contributions to scientific thought are immeasurable in worth. The fascinating tales of these pioneersÎ lives form compelling narratives, further contextualized by details of the social environment in which they developed, tested, and spread their ideas. Readers will draw connections between important scientific principles and the brilliantÑand sometimes eccentricÑthinkers who influenced o

Leading Women

From law and journalism to music and acting, women leaders have used their success and careers to influence social and political change. This landmark series examines these contributions to society in relation to the leaderÎs historical and cultural context. Each book encourages readers to discover how the personal experiences of these women shaped their character as pioneers, and how they have paved the way for future leaders.

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Legalizing Marijuana: Promises and Pitfalls

Medical use of marijuana is currently legal in 23 states and the District of Columbia, with another 11 states likely to legalize soon. Recreational use of marijuana is currently legal in four states and in the District of Columbia. Learn more about the movement to legalize and what it means for patients, state economies, and the legal system.

Legends

Lemon Drop Falls

Brave the sour to taste the sweet.Morgan is devastated by her mother’s sudden death. Before, Mom’s amazing organizational skills kept the family on track, and her bowl of lemon drops was always on hand to make difficult conversations easy, turning life’s sour into sweet. After, there’s no one to help Morgan navigate her new role caring for her younger siblings, her worries about starting junior high, and her increasingly confusing friendships. All she can do is try to fulfill her mother’s final

Let Them Play

Segregated South Carolina, 1955: What should have been a Little League game between children becomes a quagmire of prejudice when white teams refuse to play against the black Cannon Street All-Stars.

LGBTQ Issues

This series explores what it is to be LGBTQ in the United States today. All books feature personal accounts and quotes from people whose experiences add insight into the book topics. Thoughtful secondary source quotes, studies, and polls are also used.

LGBTQ+ Athletes Claim the Field: Striving for Equality

This book offers an overview of LGBTQ and intersex participation in competitive sports, both historically and in the twenty-first century. Included are profiles of athletes such as gay pro football player Michael Sam and Olympic decathlon winner Caitlyn Jenner; discussion of discrimination in the sporting world--from the Olympics and major professional leagues to K-12 and university sports; a look at governing bodies that control eligibility; and an overview of contemporary lawsuits that are cha