What to do after high school is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make. This book helps you to dissect the various options available after high school, such as enrolling in a training program, attending a community college, taking a gap year, enlisting in the military, or pursuing a traditional four-year degree. It also looks at what you can expect to earn, the kind of lifestyle you may lead, and the possible pitfalls of all of these scenarious....

The skills required to deliver successful research papers have never been more important. This authoritative book provides young readers with a solid foundation to help them formulate their ideas, embark on their research, complete the writing process, and properly cite sources. It aligns with the Common Core standards of being able to provide logical arguments based on solid reasoning and evidence. The text also pays special attention to the pitfalls...

When it comes to landing a job, a portfolio has been a tool often used by graphic artists, architects, and possibly writers. In today's world, a portfolio may help just about anyone seeking a professional career. A portfolio is a collection of work samples that can bring to life the achievements and skills you present on a résumé. Addressing career-ready standards of the Core Curriculum, this essential book teaches readers how to build a powerful...

Does freedom of assembly apply to a high-school junior organizing a protest against the school administration? Does disrespecting a teacher fall under freedom of speech? The diverse perspectives in this collection explore the concept of student rights and tackle what civil and constitutional rights are covered when you're in an educational environment. Readers can expect discussions of relevant court cases and instances of student-led activism, as...

My brother wrote this book based on his own experiences and the experiences of hundreds of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students he counseled, talked to, and interviewed over the course of his 40-year teaching career.The confusion he experienced during college, and the distress and intolerance he witnessed and heard about from students, lead him to realize that some college and university environments are simply not healthy places for LGBT...

The costs associated with going to college continue to skyrocket, rising much faster than wages. Pursuing financial aid can be convoluted and overwhelming. What's a college-bound student to do? This book demystifies the process of paying for college by summarizing the aid and financing options available including scholarships, grants, work-study, and loans. By assessing your family's situation and taking advantage of opportunities offered by the federal...

Today's world poses many challenges for its inhabitants. Social injustice and environmental issues are at the forefront in the news and in the minds of young people. Your readers will explore a difficulty that many people around the world face: the lack of access to quality education. By exploring this issue around the world, readers will learn about activists who are making positive changes and about the obstacles they have yet to overcome. It's...

Heidi tells of her travels and experiences from her perspective as a hydrogen atom. From the time of her creation to the present day, many chemical, physical and biological events occur, which are all scientifically feasible. Her story is, told as an ongoing conversation from within an unsuspecting human. The presentation is fast, relatable, and humorous and should appeal to young readers.

This book features original work written by teens and compiled by 8th-grade teacher Josh Morton. These stories are, driven by a variety of topics, which range from dysfunctional upbringing, individuality, poverty, death, faith, divorce and absentia, negative influences, insecurity, and self-image.

Middle school is the ultimate transitional time in a young person's life. Amidst all the other changes-physical, emotional, academic, social-one's friendships are also growing, evolving, expanding, and sometimes ending. Students from several different elementary schools are suddenly thrown together and new peer and friendship groups form. During a period of such momentous change and flux, the shifting and expanding of friendships and acquaintanceships...