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Lethal Leaders and Military Madmen
From the Series ShockZone ™ — Villains
Get ready to bow down—if you don't want to lose your head! Some of history's most ruthless leaders are headed your way. Some of these rulers schemed their way to the top. Others just… Read More →
Media: From News Coverage to Political Advertising
From the Series Inside Elections
The frenzied news coverage during a political election is unstoppable. Political ads also bombard you from every source—websites, TV, radio, and print. Then there are the memes, links, and… Read More →
Special Interests: From Lobbyists to Campaign Funding
From the Series Inside Elections
Special interest groups, lobbyists, political action committees, campaign finance reform—if people on the news are arguing about these subjects, it's probably an election year. Billions of… Read More →
Thrift Shopping: Discovering Bargains and Hidden Treasures
Looking for just the right outfit for a big party? Or maybe you want to build some funky shelves for your bedroom. Instead of heading for the mall, consider checking out a thrift store. It's… Read More →
Movies and TV Top Tens
From the Series Entertainment's Top 10
Quick! Who's the highest-paid actor in Hollywood? The answer's right here. Check out these top 10 lists to learn which films, TV shows, and celebrities are top-notch. And when it comes to… Read More →
Music and Theater Top Tens
From the Series Entertainment's Top 10
Quick! Which musical artist has earned the most in digital sales? The answer's right here. Check out these top 10 lists to learn the truth about which musical artists, theater actors, and… Read More →
Sports Top Tens
From the Series Entertainment's Top 10
Quick! Do you know which NFL quarterback has the career most passing yards? The answer's right here. Check out these top 10 lists to learn about top-notch athletes around the world. And when… Read More →
Technology Top Tens
From the Series Entertainment's Top 10
Quick! What's the most-used smartphone app? The answer's right here. Check out these top 10 lists to learn about top-notch tech from video games to cool new gadgets. Each list is based on… Read More →
Does My Voice Count?: A Book about Citizenship
From the Series Show Your Character
How can you make your voice heard when you're not old enough to vote? How can you set a good example when someone is picking on you? What can you do to make a difference in your community and Read More →
How Can I Deal with Bullying?: A Book about Respect
From the Series Show Your Character
What should you do if you see someone bullying another person at school? Is it better to just stay out of it? Or what should you do when your best friend says she won't play with you if you… Read More →
When Is It My Turn?: A Book about Fairness
From the Series Show Your Character
Is it fair for another kid to keep a pen you lost, since he's the one who found it? And is it fair for your mom to say you can't watch TV after school? Sometimes life can seem pretty unfair!… Read More →
Deadly Danger Zones
From the Series ShockZone ™ — Deadly and Dangerous
Want to travel to some of the world's most dangerous spots? Prepare to visit the homes of man-eating tigers and hungry crocodiles. Explore giant volcanoes, a garden of poison plants, and a… Read More →
Zoë Kravitz: X-Men's Amazing Angel
From the Series Pop Culture Bios
You may know that Zoë Kravitz made a splash when she starred as Angel Salvadore in X-Men: First Class. But did you know that Zoë: • has a passion for music and started her own band called… Read More →
Communication Smarts: How to Express Yourself Best in Conversations, Texts, E-mails, and More
From the Series USA TODAY Teen Wise Guides: Lifestyle Choices
Email, cell phones, Facebook, texts, letters … even good old-fashioned face-to-face conversation. Teens today have all kinds of choices when it comes to communication. But did you know that… Read More →
Keep Your Eye on the Ball: And Other Expressions about Sports
From the Series It's Just an Expression
Clear the hurdles. Roll with the punches. Batting a thousand. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when they're not running races, facing a prizefighter, or… Read More →
Until the Cows Come Home: And Other Expressions about Animals
From the Series It's Just an Expression
Hold your horses! Don't let the cat out of the bag. Don't count your chickens before they're hatched. Have you ever heard these crazy expressions? People use them even when there aren't any… Read More →
Volunteering Smarts: How to Find Opportunities, Create a Positive Experience, and More
From the Series USA TODAY Teen Wise Guides: Lifestyle Choices
Volunteering. So you want to get out there and do something? Help someone in need, make a difference, change the world? There are numerous volunteering opportunities out there. Did you know… Read More →
Budgeting Smarts: How to Set Goals, Save Money, Spend Wisely, and More
From the Series USA TODAY Teen Wise Guides: Time, Money, and Relationships
Budgeting. That sounds like a lot of work! But actually, budgeting is easy. You just need to make sure the money you have coming in is equal to or greater than the money you have going out.… Read More →
Does It Really Take Seven Years to Digest Swallowed Gum?: And Other Questions You've Always Wanted to Ask
From the Series Is That a Fact?
It takes seven years to digest swallowed gum. A penny placed on a train track can cause a train to derail. The average human consumes four spiders per year while sleeping. You may have heard… Read More →
Does an Apple a Day Keep the Doctor Away?: And Other Questions about Your Health and Body
From the Series Is That a Fact?
An apple a day keeps the doctor away. Humans use only ten percent of their brains. If you cross your eyes, they’ll stay that way. You may have heard these common sayings and beliefs before.… Read More →
Getting Elected: A Look at Running for Office
From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — How Does Government Work?
What does it mean to be elected to political office? It means you get to decide how to make a town, a state, or even the whole country a better place to live. But how does someone get… Read More →
Hawk & Drool: Gross Stuff in Your Mouth
From the Series Gross Body Science
Your mouth really is filthy! It’s a saliva bath for millions of tiny little creatures that share your food, chew holes in your teeth, and make your breath smell like a garbage truck. From… Read More →
Job Smarts: How to Find Work or Start a Business, Manage Earnings, and More
From the Series USA TODAY Teen Wise Guides: Time, Money, and Relationships
Low on cash? Tired of being the only one who's too broke to go out? Maybe it's time for a job. Think about it—with your own paycheck, you’ll have money to spend and money to save, and you'll… Read More →
Rumble & Spew: Gross Stuff in Your Stomach and Intestines
From the Series Gross Body Science
What’s that funny feeling coming from your gut? It could be oozing stomach acid or a booming belch or stinky fart that is ready to burst. These revolting reactions happen during the digestion Read More →