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Communism: From Marxism to North Korea
From the Series Political Systems in Action
Communism is a political idea based on sharing wealth and removing social class. But how does this work in action? This fascinating title looks at communism, its history, and its place in… Read More →
Cystic Fibrosis
From the Series Dealing with Disorders and Disease
In the United States, around 30,000 people have cystic fibrosis (CF), and one in 30 Americans is a carrier. Cystic fibrosis is a condition caused by genes that are passed from parent to… Read More →
Dealing with Disorders and Disease — Hardcover Set
From the Series Dealing with Disorders and Disease
This detailed and insightful series will provide readers with a thorough understanding of diseases and disorders that affect many young people, and it is also an invaluable source of… Read More →
Democracy: From Ancient Greece to the American Dream
From the Series Political Systems in Action
A democracy is a form of government in which ordinary people take part in running their country and is the bedrock of many Western governments. But how does this idea work in action? This… Read More →
Depression
From the Series Dealing with Disorders and Disease
About 280 million people around the world have depression. In the United States alone, the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) believes that 21 million American adults had at least… Read More →
Depression: A Teen's Guide to Survive and Thrive
If you have picked up this book, you probably want nothing more than to understand why you feel the way you do and how to feel better. You want those depressed thoughts, feelings, and… Read More →
Dictatorship: From Roman Rule to Modern Suppression
From the Series Political Systems in Action
A dictatorship is a form of government in which one person or a small group of people hold total power. But what are the mechanics behind this system of ultimate control? This fascinating… Read More →
Difference Makers — Hardcover Set
From the Series Difference Makers
In this captivating series, young readers are introduced to a diverse array of inspiring leaders who have made a significant impact in their communities and beyond. Each book in the series… Read More →
Down Syndrome
From the Series Dealing with Disorders and Disease
In the United States, Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal disorder. And around the world, each year about 3,000 to 5,000 children are born with Down syndrome. Down Syndrome explains Read More →
Earth and the Moon: Use Your STEM Skills to Explore Our Earth and Moon
From the Series Mission: Space Science
Earth is an amazing place, and the crater-filled moon that orbits it is no less intriguing. But what do we know about our planet and its satellite? Earth and the Moon explores our home and… Read More →
Either Way: The Story of a Gay Kid
2017 National Indie Excellence Award Winner for LGBTQ Fiction for Children and Young Adults From day one I knew there was something different about me. Cael sets out to find out who he… Read More →
Evelyn Hooker and the Fairy Project
From the Series Extraordinary Women in Psychology
"She's another Eleanor Roosevelt. You've got to meet her."—Sam From This evocative biography tells the story of Evelyn Hooker, the extraordinary woman behind the research, advocacy, and… Read More →
Extraordinary Women in Psychology — Hardcover Set
From the Series Extraordinary Women in Psychology
These biographies of trailblazing women psychologists uncover ground-breaking research and tireless advocacy that has had great impact but remains relatively unknown. Loaded with backmatter… Read More →
Feminism from A to Z
Dive into Feminism from A to Z for an accessible primer on history, current events, and essential issues through the lens of feminist theory and perspective. Not only will you learn… Read More →
Find Your Fierce: How to Put Social Anxiety in Its Place
Teens will become their bravest and fiercest selves and overcome social anxiety disorder with this helpful, upbeat book written by an expert in the field. Social anxiety is tough, but teens… Read More →
GIRL: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You
Chicago Public Library's 2017 Best of the Best Books List for Teen Nonfiction! Welcoming and inclusive of all self-identified girls, GIRL: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You is an… Read More →
GPS
From the Series How High-Tech Changed the World
GPS has forever changed how we travel and find places. But what is the story behind this amazing technology, how does it work, and who invented it? Readers discover all this and more in this Read More →
Gunhild — Hardcover Set
From the Series Gunhild
In the world of Norse mythology, humans revere the mighty gods and fear the mystical, nature-wielding Jotuns, and Gunhild is a fire Jotun. Abandoned by her own kind and raised in a human… Read More →
Homophobia, 2nd Edition: Deal with it and turn aggression into allyship
From the Series Lorimer Deal With It
"That's so gay!" is a phrase commonly heard in school halls and playgrounds. But when used as a put-down, it's also homophobic. With plenty of quizzes, Q+As, comics, and scenarios, this… Read More →
How High-Tech Changed the World — Hardcover Set
From the Series How High-Tech Changed the World
Our world has been transformed by amazing high-tech inventions, but how do these incredible technologies work, who invented them, and how have they changed the way we live? Readers discover… Read More →
How to Handle Stress for Middle School Success: Kid Confident Book 3
From the Series Kid Confident: Middle Grade Shelf Help
“Smart and essential!”—Jeff Kinney, Diary of a Wimpy Kid Middle school can be stressful. On the outside, you can look like everything is going great. On the inside, you may worry a lot—about Read More →
How to Manage Your Social Power in Middle School: Kid Confident Book 1
From the Series Kid Confident: Middle Grade Shelf Help
Do you know what "social power" is? HINT: You experience it every day, you share it with your friends and classmates, and when it is balanced and equal, you feel AWESOME. But when it's… Read More →
How to Master Your Mood in Middle School: Kid Confident Book 2
From the Series Kid Confident: Middle Grade Shelf Help
Some kids sail through their middle school years without any drama, but most kids get stuck on a rollercoaster of up and down moods. How is it possible to feel sad and happy at the same… Read More →
How to Navigate Middle School: Kid Confident Book 4
From the Series Kid Confident: Middle Grade Shelf Help
"They used to tell kids to chant 'sticks and stones' or 'just ignore it.' It didn't work. This book helps kids find the opposite approach: don't ignore it; understand it.—Tom Angleberger,… Read More →