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Cathleen Small
In the twenty-first century, computer science affects nearly industry and much of people’s personal lives, as well. Smartphones have made apps a widely used tool in everyday life, and there…
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Our constitution guarantees the right against unreasonable search and seizure, but where does the line get drawn in these days of high-tech surveillance? This book not only looks at the…
A book for high school students about virtual reality as it relates to gaming –
One of the greatest challenges facing our environment today is pollution and carbon emissions from our increasing demand for energy. Also faced with finite fossil fuel sources, renewable energy technologies…
A book for high school students about how virtual reality is being utilized within the medical field.
Music used to be created in recording studios, first using analog tape and eventually moving to digital tracks. In the twenty-first century, musicians do not need a recording studio to…
Prominent sports writer for the New York Daily News and author of adult and young adult books including Travel Team, Heat, and Miracle on 49th Street.
Malala Yousafzai is the teenage Pakistani education activist who stood up to the Taliban and survived. Learn about her life growing up in Pakistan’s beautiful but troubled Swat Valley and…
The ink on the U.S. Constitution had hardly enough time to dry before American politics got its start. America has come a long way since those first days, when white…
Science is one field in which diversity and its benefits are embraced, because scientists often collaborate in teams to figure out the best ideas and build off the ideas of…
Television, movies, theater, and music are just a few of the entertainment industry’s most popular niches, and its stars are often well-known around the world. In this entertaining and informative…
Sports is a singular field, in that if someone has the skills it takes to play the game, at whatever level, it doesn’t matter whether they are rich or poor…
The days when white men filled physician positions and nurses were expected to be only women are far behind us. A far more diverse team of employees populates today’s medical…
Nineteen-year-old Oprah Winfrey started out as a news anchor, but she blazed through the ranks to become one of the most influential entrepreneurs in the world. Historically, minorities such as…
Technology is everywhere in the twenty-first century, and the industry behind these ever-evolving marvels needs to create products that appeal to all different backgrounds, races, cultures, genders, and abilities. Ideally…
The United States is often called a nation of immigrants, so a deeper understanding of the history of immigration is critical for a deeper understanding of American history as a…
Who are undocumented immigrants? What happens to undocumented immigrants after they are discovered in the United States? These questions and more are answered by this comprehensive look at a hot…
Deportation can be a frightening concept, especially for immigrants or people whose friends or relatives are from another country. Why do people get deported, and what happens to them after…
Becoming a U.S. citizen is not easy, but it is very rewarding for those who choose to go through the process. What exactly does that process entail? Readers learn the…
What do Yoko Ono, Psy, and Pele have in common? They are all considered immigrants of extraordinary ability. What does this distinction mean, and how can someone earn it? Readers…
The borders between the United States and foreign countries are important locations. Goods and people cross them constantly as they move from one nation to another. Readers discover what happens…
It’s never too early to become an informed, active citizen. Citizens of the United States have certain rights and duties. Readers learn about these freedoms and responsibilities as they are…
How many parts of Congress are there? What does Congress have the power to do? These questions and more are addressed in this educational and engaging text on the U.S…
Lacrosse is a sport that has been around for a long time. Originating with the Native American Indians, this sport is fast paced and men’s leagues in particular can be…
Provides an introduction to the sport of American football, including the basics of the game, athlete spotlights, and strategies of both offensive and defensive positions.
The top basketball players know that it’s more than their physical strength that helps them play a good game. If they aren’t focused and aren’t using their heads, all the…
Baseball takes a lot of strength and stamina, but muscle power is only part of the equation when it comes to being a good player. What exactly goes on inside…
An overview of the sport of soccer and introduction to basic strategies.
Hockey’s a fast-paced game that requires a lot of stamina and agility from its players. How are hockey players able to keep up, and for such long periods of time…
