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Peggy J Parks
Research has shown that an alarming number of teens intentionally harm themselves by cutting, burning, bruising, or other methods, which is usually a symptom of deep emotional turmoil. Through objective…
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From alcohol and marijuana to methamphetamine, heroin, and the popular club drug known as Molly, teens abuse a wide variety of substancesand often put their health at risk. Through objective…
The plate tectonics theory holds that earths continents are not fixed in place, nor are they ever still; rather, they sit atop enormous slabs of rock known as plates that…
Anne Frank, a precocious, funny, smart, outspoken, and bold young lady, was one of millions of Jews who died during the Holocaust. Her diary, in which she recorded her thoughts…
More than 2.2 billion people worldwide are active on social media full 30 percent of the global population. In this book readers will learn how Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tumblr, and…
Discusses alcoholism by looking at its effects, treatment, and recovery.
Pain medications serve a legitimate purpose, but the abuse of opioid painkillers represents a serious health threat. The Dangers of Painkillers discusses the scope of the problem; effects of use…
Peggy J. Parks
Featured are an overview of the country along with insights into how young people in France experience home and family, education and work, and social life, as well as having…
Scientific evidence shows that the Earth is growing warmer. Since 1900, the average global temperature has increased by about one degree Fahrenheit, and this is called global warming. Scientists disagree…
Even the name makes a person shudder. Find out where it comes from, what it’s doing to the earth, where it’s going to go–and what people are doing about it.
Massive oil spills are not a common occurrence. In fact, they rarely happen at all-but when they do, the effects can be devastating to the environment. Using real-life oil spills…
As young readers will discover, the experience of shopping for fresh and natural food, preparing it, and sharing a good meal with family and friends are all integral to French…
The goal of ecotourism is to help tourists gain awareness and appreciation for a particular area or region. They do this not just by looking at nature, but by actually…
Cybercrime is big business and presents a constant threat to organizations and individuals. Provide your readers with a revealing look into the tools, techniques, and details of hacking and cyberterrorism…
Examines the causes of SIDS and what is being done to try to prevent it.
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As Earth’s population has continued to grow, reaching 7 billion people in 2011, much of the planet’s available fresh water has become polluted, making it unfit for drinking, cooking, or…
Studies have shown that at least half of all high school students have admitted to cheating on tests, although some experts say the situation is starting to improve. Through objective…
The KidHaven Science Library introduces young readers to a wide array of inventions and natural phenomena that touch our lives today. Topics range from microscopes and lasers to tide pools…
Examines the science behind space research.
Uses objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, to examine the topic of gangs.
Examines the viral infection, influenza, commonly called the flu by looking at its symptoms, causes and its effect upon the public during outbreaks.
Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines how serious a problem is garbage and recycling.
Once believed to be a sign of mental retardation, learning disabilities are now known to result from differences in how a persons brain works and how it processes information. Through…
Heroin has always been a dangerous drug, but in recent years it has become deadlier than ever. That is because illicit drug producers are cutting it with a powerful synthetic…
prescription painkilling drugs known as opioids, including counterfeit versions of them, are killing more people than any other drugs that exist. This has created a full-blown health crisis in the…
Examines the causes, symptoms and treatment of anxiety disorders.
Explains what brain tumors are and how they can affect health, details the symptoms and treatment of brain tumors, and explores how survivors deal with rehabilitation.
Focuses on the causes, symptoms and treatment of schizophrenia.
Explores the problem of suicide among teenagers including contributing factors and potentional strategies for prevention.
The Compact Research series is intended to offer a concise, relevant and conveniently organized collection of information covering a variety of current topics ranging from stem cell research to Marijuana…
Discusses the green movement and its effect on environmental policy.
Discusses the issues of teenage sex and pregnancy, including the severity of the problem in modern society, the consequences of teenage sex and pregnancy, and the controversy over sex education…
Discusses the causes and effects of acne and other skin diseases, as well as what treatments can be employed.
Discusses the causes, effects, and treatments for chronic fatigue syndrome.
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A compact history of painting in Western civilization.
Peggy J Parks,Carla Mooney
Examines the causes, consequences, and treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder.
Peggy J Parks,Peggy J Parks,Stuart A Kallen
These books provide a historical overview of the development of different types of art and artistic movements; explore the roots and influences of the genre and the key components that…
P M Boekhoff,Peggy J Parks
From its rocky Pacific shores to its towering Cascade Mountains, the history of Oregon is nearly as spectacular as its scenery. Kidhaven’s Oregon brings to life the bustling villages of…
Peggy J Parks,B Stewart Gail
Earth’s temperature has risen steadily for the past century. Many scientists believe this global warming is the result of human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels. This book…
Jennifer MacKay,Jenny MacKay,Peggy J Parks
Discusses the problem of compulsive hoarding where people keep almost everything and throw out next to nothing. In time, this behavior can lead to rooms or entire houses filled with…
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Motion introduces young readers to some of the most basic concepts of physics. It explains how physicists use math equations and diagrams to describe motion, and includes a discussion of…
