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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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Racism is a difficult issue to face, but people must confront it if they hope to move beyond it. Confronting challenging social issues such as racism often begins with education. As readers discover the roots of racism in America and how it still isolates people from one another, they learn what their generation can do to combat racism create a more inclusive society. This sensitive topic is presented in an age-appropriate an informative way, using...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"The practice of hydraulic fracturing--better known as fracking--has become a prominent issue as countries such as the United States strive for energy independence. What is fracking, and why is it such a controversial topic? Readers discover the answers to these questions and more through balanced text that presents multiple viewpoints about fracking. Fact boxes and graphic organizers provide additional information, and full-color photographs help...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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How do refugees differ from immigrants? Why do they leave their country, and what do they hope to find in a new place? These questions and more are answered as readers are given an in-depth look at refugees and their struggle to build a better life. This important topic is addressed using accessible text, enlightening fact boxes, full-color photographs and helpful graphic organizers. The relatable tone presents this issue to readers without condescension,...
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"In the past, mental health was rarely discussed; it was seen as a private or even embarrassing issue, and anyone with a mental illness was generally expected to keep it to themselves. Today, however, many people have recognized the benefits of being open and honest about mental health. Through informative fact boxes, helpful graphic organizers, and engaging text, readers learn the basics about what mental health means. This allows them to not only...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Veterans are brave men and women who've served their country in the armed forces. However, they often face challenges when they come home. What unique issues do veterans deal with, and how are people working to help them adjust to civilian life? Readers discover the answers to these and many other questions about veterans as they explore this important topic. Full-color photographs, eye-catching fact boxes, and helpful graphic organizers accompany...
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"When it is time for local, state, and presidential elections, it is difficult for children to miss political ads and conversations around them. However, it is also likely that they are unsure of the point of it all. Gaining a better understanding of why people hold campaigns is an important part of becoming an active citizen. With the help of engaging fact boxes and full-color photographs, readers learn what political campaigns are and how they-and...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Intolerance is a complex issue, but readers are introduced to it in a way that leaves them feeling enlightened and not overwhelmed. Informative, accessible text presents a basic definition of intolerance as well as relatable examples that readers could see in their daily lives and on the news. The main text is enhanced by the use of fact boxes, graphic organizers, and eye-catching photographs. These engaging elements come together to give readers...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Young people often hear adults complaining about taxes at home and on the news, but the facts about taxes aren't always easy for them to understand. However, this guide to an essential civics topic introduces elementary readers to the basic facts about taxes; what they are, what they're used for, and who pays them.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Gun control is a popular topic of debate on news programs and online, but these debates are sensationalized and often do not fully explain the issue and the points of view of people on both sides of it. Readers are given a clearer picture of what gun control means and why people support and oppose it through fact-filled text and relevant, full-color photographs. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supply readers with additional details to help them...
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"The economy affects nearly every aspect of a person's life, yet many find it confusing or boring. This outlook can cause people to ignore changes in economic policy that have a profound effect on them. By gaining a deeper understanding of what the economy is and how it affects people, budding activists are more equipped to advocate for themselves and others. Full-color photographs, graphic organizers, and informative fact boxes give readers a basic...
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"While many people associate the phrase "law and order" with popular television, politicians and pundits in recent years have frequently used the phrase when discussing current issues and proposed solutions to problems. However, what does this phrase actually mean? Engaging fact boxes and full-color photographs augment the informative text, giving readers a better understanding of what "law and order" means and how it affects people. With this information,...
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"Accusations of voter fraud and voter suppression have been widespread in the 21st century, but the facts are often obscured. How much of a problem is voter fraud? What should be done to combat it-and will proposed measures be helpful or harmful to most voters? Informative text and engaging fact boxes explore voting rights issues, giving readers a better understanding of the facts surrounding this politically charged topic. A list of ways young people...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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When natural disasters such as hurricanes and wildfires strike, it can be frightening, not just for people living through the event, but also for young people watching coverage on television or social media. By giving elementary readers objective information presented in a sensitive way, this guide to natural disasters aims to empower young people to protect themselves and help others.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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Climate change is an issue that affects all living things on Earth, but the specifics of the issue are often spoken and written about using complex scientific language, making it difficult for young people to fully grasp why it is such a critical problem. When presented in an accessible way, however, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the causes and effects of climate change, as well as why they should care about this issue. Striking,...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The fight for gender equality has its roots in the past, affects the lives of all people in the present, and will shape the future in important ways. However, before young people can begin to join the fight for gender equality, they first have to understand it. What is feminism? Why are women still fighting for equal pay for equal work? As readers discover the answers to these questions, they become more familiar with this newsworthy topic. Their...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"What rights do students have, and how do they differ from the rights of adults? Readers are challenged to think deeply and critically about these questions as they explore their rights as students. The informative main text provides essential historical context and explains legal rulings in accessible language, and fact boxes and graphic organizers enhance readers' knowledge of this important topic"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Gender identity is a concept that young people are talking about in increasingly open ways, and they need resources to help them better understand this complex topic. This sensitive and age-appropriate overview of gender identity features helpful definitions and explanations, an introduction to the use of preferred pronouns, and tips for talking to both peers and adults about this topic. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supplement the carefully...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Trade wars affect everyone-from world leaders to young people shopping at the mall. Because of this, it's important for people to have a basic understanding of why trade wars happen and how ordinary citizens can deal with their effects. Readers develop this understanding as they explore this age-appropriate and unbiased introduction to the concept of trade wars. Featuring historical examples that supplement social studies curricula and modern examples...
19) What's hacking?
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.9 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Hacking is a major problem for individuals and governments around the world. However, many people are working to stop hackers and to protect information. Readers develop a strong understanding of hacking and the efforts to combat it through informative text that focuses on facts rather than fear"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"The concept of nationalism is often in the news, and it can be challenging to understand why it often leads to heated debates. However, it's important for people to think critically about nationalism and its effects. Readers are encouraged to do this as they explore historical and up-to-date examples of nationalism through accessible text and detailed fact boxes"--
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