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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.5 - AR Pts: 2
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Scientists have recently started studying plastic pollution and our food supply. And, make no mistake, you are eating microscopic pieces of plastic everyday. What does it mean for our health? And what can you do about it? Students will get practical tips on how they can get involved and become part of the solution.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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"More than 130 people a day in the U.S. die from opioid overdoses. Addiction to legal and illegal opioids has been declared a national crisis. The U.S. spends about $78.5 billion a year on treatment, criminal prosecution, and health care related to the crisis. What caused this massive problem? Can the crisis be slowed or reversed? Students will get practical tips on how to help someone suffering from an addiction or experiencing an overdose, and learn...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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Odd are that you are among the 75 percent of the U.S. population who use social media. Many people consider it a lifeline to staying connected to friends and staying relevant to the world. But there's a dark side as well. How much social media use is healthy? What happens when trolls take over? Where do you go for help? Delve into the pros and cons of social media and how to make smart decisions about managing your online life.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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"She/he/they/them. Why do we use gender pronouns? And why do some people wish to be referred to as "they"? What is gender identity all about? Students will learn to understand these terms and the reasons behind them. They will also learn how to deal with questions they may have about gender identity"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 6.7 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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More and more women and men are speaking up about harassment and sexual assault. Why now? What's changed? And why is there a backlash against it? Students will learn about the issue, with practical tips given on how they can get involved and become part of the solution.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.1 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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What is the deep state conspiracy anyway? Does it exist? If not, how did it become something people believe? Students will learn how the idea arose, what the reality is, and learn how to separate fact from fiction.--Back cover.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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"Hate crime in the United States is on the rise. The FBI has reported that hate crimes rose by 17 percent in 2017, increasing for the third straight year, and the trend continued into 2018 and 2019. The crimes are most commonly motivated by hatred related to race, ethnicity, or country of origin. Many crimes are also motivated by bias against sexual orientation or gender identity. Students will learn why hate crime is on the rise and how they can...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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"Immigration is a hot topic in the United States. Students will learn about the issues surrounding immigration and border security while discovering how they can get involved in helping to find a solution"--
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.7 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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"Climate Change is a hot-button topic today and one that requires skill to examine and grasp different viewpoints. This book introduces readers to multiple perspectives on the topic and encourages them to objectively view local, national, and global connections to help them form knowledgeable points of view."--
10) Carbon tax
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"Taxing carbon emissions, which contribute to global warming, is one method governments are using to help decrease or control climate change. This informative title looks at the costs and benefits of this sometimes controversial tax and how different jurisdictions are implementing them"--
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Mass shootings have dominated news cycles in recent years. Why are they happening? Are they happening more often? Why can't we stop them? What would it take? Is the answer more guns, or fewer guns? Should teachers be armed? Students will hear all sides of the story in order to make up their own mind, with practical tips given on how they can get involved and become part of the solution.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 7.4 - AR Pts: 2
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English
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An intergovernmental science agency recently concluded that one million species, plants, and animals are at risk of extinction because of nature's dangerous decline. What is the cause of this decline? And what are humans doing to protect themselves and other species? Readers will discover the facts behind this issue, the interconnectedness of species on Earth, and the immediate action needed to address the rapid loss of biodiversity.
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We use it every day in products as varied as prescription drugs, toys, and toothbrushes. In less than a century, plastics have become integral to our daily lives. But plastic waste also clogs Earth's oceans and other water bodies. Research has shown that microplastics have even accumulated in our bodies. This timely book investigates our increasingly problematic use of plastics in all areas of our lives and how our attempts to curb use and mitigate...
14) #MeToo Movement
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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A movement begun a decade ago by American activist Tarana Burke, #MeToo went viral in 2017, changing the way people look at sexual harassment and assault of women. This compelling title encourages readers to examine silence breaking and the multiple issues related to the issues of power, gender equality, and violence.
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The 2019 college admissions scandal in the United States, where more and 50 people were involved in a $25 million dollar bribery scheme, brought the issue of equality and equity in education to public attention in a shocking way. But education equality is about more than college admissions. This thoughtful book examines the issue of public education, education equality, and the education system's role in helping students reach their full potential...
16) Gun Violence
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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This relevant title tackles a timely and controversial issue in an educated and sensitive way. While virtually everyone agrees gun violence is wrong, there is disagreement about the right way to prevent it. This thoughtful book discusses issues of stricter regulation of gun ownership and access, harsher sentences for perpetrators of gun violence, and stronger security measures and police presence in public places, such as schools, to prevent mass...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 7.3 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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How have oil and energy pipelines become one of the most divisive political issues today? Using fact-based analysis, this title explores the issues that have sparked environmental and economic debate and protest.
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A hundred years ago, marijuana was considered a threat to civil order and mental health. Today, recreational marijuana is legal in two countries: Canada and Uruguay. More countries are expected to follow - some in an attempt to reduce underage use of the drug. In the United States, marijuana is legal for recreational use in 11 states and in 33 for medical use. Legalizing Marijuana analyzes the issues related to legalization, use, misuse, and if legalized,...
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The World Health Organization defines Universal Health Care (UHC) as all individuals and communities receiving the health services needed without suffering financial hardship. Of the 33 developed countries in the world, 32 have some form of Universal Health Care. Over 800 million people around the world spent 10 percent or more of their household budgets on health care and a further 100 million were pushed into extreme poverty in order to pay for...
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8 - AR Pts: 1
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English
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The online world is an environment full of opportunity - and risks. Social networks and online shopping sites encourage users to share personal information about themselves, but this can expose them to Identity spoofing and theft. Digital Data Security explores the many issues involved with cyber security, how companies combat hackers, and how individuals must take charge of their own digital safety.