Mason Crest 2021-2022 School Year Catalog

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CHECK OUT OUR 25 NEW SERIES IN OUR PREVIEW SECTION PAGES 4–5!

CAREERS & FINANCE Careers with Earning Potential. 6 Women In Stem Careers . 7 Cool Careers In Science . 8 Careers Making a Difference. 9 Careers in the Building Trades: A Growing Demand . 9 Careers in Demand for High School Graduates . 10 Careers in Healthcare. 10 On a Mission. 11 Careers Off the Field. 11 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES Contemporary Issues. 12 Sexual Violence and Harassment. 13 Gun Country . 14 LGBTQ Life. 15 Climate Change: Problems and Progress. 15 Etiquette for Success . 16 Leadership Skills & Character Building . 16 The Prison System . 17 Crime & Detection. 17 Families Today . 18 Critical World Issues. 18 HIGH-INTEREST READING Pop Music Stars . 19 Hip-Hop & R&B: Culture, Music & Storytelling. 20 Evolution & Cultural Influences of Music. 21 High-Interest Steam. 22 Muscle Cars . 23 The World Art Tour. 24 Ultimate Danger . 24 Into The World’s Amazing Jungles. 25 Freaky Phenomena. 25 Cars 4 Everyone. 26 Classic Cars And Bikes Collection. 26 American Artists. 27 Art Collections. 27 The Great Artists Collection. 27 ANIMALS Living With Dogs. 28 Pet Library . 29 Creatures of the Ocean. 29

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The Amazing World Of Sharks.

Animals In the Wild. Exploring Nature.

Protecting the Earth’s Animals. Gross And Frightening Animal Facts .

The Dog Lovers’ Guides .

Understanding and Caring for your Pet .

Wildlife Oddities .

SPORTS Guides To Fishing. 34 Hardwood Greats: Pro Basketball’s Best Players . 35 Ballpark Greats: Pro Baseball’s Best Players. 36 The Summer Olympics: On the World Stage . 37 Gridiron Greats: Pro Football’s Best Players . 38 Women’s Soccer Today. 38 The Road to the World’s Most Popular Cup . 39 Preparing for Game Day . 39 Adventurous Outdoor Sports. 40 The Great Outdoors!. 40 Inside the World of Sports. 41 All About Professional Football. 41 MATH & SCIENCE Forensics. 42 Connecting Stem and Sports. 43 Science & Technology. 43 Scientists and their Discoveries. 44 The Science of the Human Body. 44 Tech 2.0: World-Changing Entertainment Companies . 45 Tech 2.0: World-Changing Social Media Companies . 45 The World’s Biomes. 46 The Chemistry of Everyday Elements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Stem: Shaping the Future. 47 Stem In Sports . 47 Stem In Current Events. 47 Black Achievement In Science. 48 The Solar System. 48 Science Fundamentals . 49 Scientists In Action. 49 Science 24/7. 49

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DRUGS, FAMILY & HEALTH Smoking and Vaping Addiction . 50 Opioid Education. 51 Marijuana Today. 51 Health & Nutrition. 52 Know Your Food . 52 Childhood Fears and Anxieties. 53 Living With Diseases and Disorders. 53 Drug Addiction and Recovery . 54 Mental Illnesses and Disorders: Awareness and Understanding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 COUNTRY STUDIES Nations In the News . 55 Asian Countries Today. 55 European Countries Today. 56 Discovering Africa. 56 Exploring Cuba. 57 Exploring the Polar Regions Today. 57 Major World Cities. 58 Social Progress and Sustainability. 58 Major Nations In a Global World: Tradition, Culture, and Daily Life . 59 Major Nations of the Modern Middle East . 59 Discovering South America: History, Politics, and Culture . 60 Discovering the Caribbean: History, Politics, and Culture. 60 Discovering Central America: History, Politics, and Culture . 60 Childhood Fears and Anxieties ...................................... 55 Living with Diseases and Disorders .............................. 5 Drug Ad iction and Recovery ....................................... 56 Ment l Illnesses nd Disorders: Aw reness and Understanding .................................. 56 Know Your Food .... ...................................................... 57 An Integrated Life of Fitness ..... ................................... 57 Fam lies Today .................... ( ee CONTEMPORARY ISSUES) Careers in Healthcare ............. . (see CAREERS & FINANCE) COUNTRY STUDIES Nations in the News ................................................... 58 Asian Countries Today ............................................... 59 Europea Countries Today ............................................ 60 Discovering Af ca ......... .............................................. 60 Explo ing Cuba ............................................................ 61 Exploring the Polar Regions Today ................................ 61 Major World ities ....................................................... 62 Social Progress and Sustai ability ................................ 62 Major Nations in a Global World: Tradition, Culture, and Daily Life ... 63 Major Nations of the Modern Middle East ...................... 63 Discovering South America: History, Politics, and Culture ...... 64 Discovering the Caribbean: History, Politics, and Culture ....... 64 Discovering Central America: History, Politics, and Culture .... 64 AMERICAN STUDIES Rare Glimpses of Slave Life ....................................... 65 Know Your Government ............................................. 66 Civil Rights Leaders ..................................................... 67 Defending Our Nation .................................................. 67 Immigration to North America ....................................... 68 Let’s Explore the States ............................................... 68 Major U.S. Historical Wars ............. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) The Civil War .................................. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) AMERICAN STUDIES Rare Glimpses of Slave Life. 61 61 Know Your Government.

Civil Rights Leaders. Defending Our Nation. Vietnam War ............. ..................... (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) World War II ................. .................. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) Special Forces: Stories from the Front Lines .. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) GLOBAL STUDIES The Untold History of Ancient Civilizations ................. 69 Systems of Government ................................................ 70 Celebrating Holidays and Festivals Around the World ....... 70 Conn cting Cultures through Family and Food ................ 71 Customs and Cultures of the World ................................ 71 Maj r World Religion ................................................... 72 Understandi g Islam ...................... .............................. 72 The Making of the Modern World: 1945 to the Present .... 73 Foundations of Democracy ............................................ 73 Unders anding Global Trade & Commerce ....................... 74 Exploring World History ....... ......................................... 74 North America Natur l Resources .......... ..................... 75 The United Nations: Leadership and Challenges in a Global World ........................ .............................. 75 Nations in the New ..................... (see COUNTRY STUDIES) Exploring the Polar Regions Today .. (see COUNTRY STUDIES) Asian Countries Today .................. (see COUNTRY STUDIES) Social Progress and Sustainability .. (see COUNTRY STUDIES) MILITARY CONFLICTS Special Forces: Stories from the Front Lines ................. 76 Major U.S. Historical Wars ............................................ 76 The Civil War ............................................................... 77 Vietnam War ................................................................ 77 World War II ................................................................. 77 MASON CREST INFORMATION Ordering Information ..................................................... 78 Sales Reps ................................................................... 79 62 62 63 63 Immigration to North America. Let’s Explore The States . GLOBAL STUDIES The Untold History of Ancient Civilizations. 64 64 Systems of Government . Celebrating Holidays and Festivals Around the World . 64 Connecting Cultures Through Family and Food . 65 Customs And Cultures of the World. 65 Major World Religions. 65 The Making of the Modern World: 1945 to the Present . 66 Foundations of Democracy . 66 Understanding Global Trade & Commerce. 66 Exploring World History. 67 North American Natural Resources. 67 The United Nations: Leadership and Challenges In a Global World . 67 MILITARY CONFLICTS Special Forces: Stories from the Front Lines . 68 68 69 69 69 Major U.S. Historical Wars. The Civil War. Vietnam War. World War II . MASON CREST INFORMATION Ordering Information . 70 71 Sales Representatives.

K E Y E D I T O R I A L I C O N S

“Students will discover “Text-Dependent Questions” that should challenge their reading comprehension, as well as “Research Projects,” which suggest possible avenues for additional independent study. Thought-provoking sidebars and embedded QR codes supply additional content-rich material.” – SLJ

“Archival photos, sidebars, charts, and QR code links to videos offer plenty of visuals to this high-interest topic, and readers will find the extensive glossary useful. This series is a keeper.” – Booklist

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CAREERS WITH EARNING POTENTIAL 6 TITLES | 80 PAGES As college costs skyrocket, these books explore well-paying careers that are available after high school.

WOMEN IN STEM CAREERS 9 TITLES | 96 PAGES Learn about exciting careers and groundbreaking women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES 6 TITLES | 112 PAGES

In a much divided country, students will read each side of the arguments on today’s major social issues.

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GUN COUNTRY 6 TITLES | 96 PAGES

POP MUSIC STARS 5 TITLES | 80 PAGES Learn about the careers of pop music’s brightest stars from the moment that set them apart to the release of their latest hit song.

HIP-HOP & R&B: CULTURE, MUSIC & STORYTELLING 4 TITLES | 80 PAGES Readers will gain insight into the professional and personal lives of today’s popular Hip-Hop artists.

Gather the facts and arguments on both sides of the gun debate for your own well-informed opinion.

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HIGH-INTEREST STEAM 10 TITLES | 80 PAGES

LIVING WITH DOGS 5 TITLES | 80 PAGES

GUIDES TO FISHING 6 TITLES | 80 PAGES

Science, technology, engineering, art, and math are not only found in the classroom, but they are also an important foundation to almost everything we do.

Dogs with new roles in search and rescue, service and therapy, are continuing the age-old connections between humans and animals.

Readers will learn how to find the right fishing spot to cooking your catch, this series teaches you everything you need to know to reel in the big one.

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HARDWOOD GREATS: PRO BASKETBALL’S BEST PLAYERS 5 TITLES | 80 PAGES A fun-to-read study of each athlete’s outstanding career, sharing what they are like both on and off the field through text and videos.

FORENSICS 8 TITLES | 96 PAGES Understand the science behind real life crime investigations and the clues that can convict a perpetrator.

SMOKING AND VAPING ADDICTION 9 TITLES | 96 PAGES Educating readers on the different forms of nicotine that are commonly used by teens and young adults and presents information about the risks and dangers of taking this drug.

CAREERS & FINANCE

CAREERS WITH EARNING POTENTIAL

AS COLLEGE COSTS SKYROCKET, THESE BOOKS EXPLORE WELL-PAYING CAREERS THAT ARE AVAILABLE RIGHT OUT OF HIGH SCHOOL.

Look at different careers, their subspecialties, what they do, how to prepare, key skills, and predictions on what the future holds for each occupation. Learn about salary expectations and

• Tips to Get a Job • Charts on Salaries • Exploring Career Options • Advice on Résumés

steps to take to enter each field.

Hardcover Set Price.............$207.60 $155.70 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$34.60 $25.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$43.93 $32.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Become Invaluable in the Workplace: Set Yourself Apart..................... -4321-3 -7485-9 Machinery Maintenance & Repair ... -4477-7 -7336-4 Pharmacy Technician....................... -4478-4 -7337-1 Police Officer and Detective. ........... -4474-6 -7333-3 Web Developer................................. -4476-0 -7335-7 Welder ............................................. -4475-3 -7334-0 8 VOLUME SET © 2020 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4319-0 Hardcover Set Price.............$276.80 $207.60 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$34.60 $25.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$43.93 $32.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Car Mechanic: Working Under the Hood.-4322-0 -7486-6 Chef: A Culinary Artist ..........-4323-7 -7487-3 Cosmetologist: Bring Beauty to your Client ..........-4324-4 -7488-0 Dog Groomer: Beautifying Man’s Best Friend ..........-4325-1 -7489-7 Farmer: Feeding the World ..........-4326-8 -7490-3 Massage Therapist: Providing Relief & Relaxation ..........-4327-5 -7491-0 Presenting Yourself: How to Make a Great Impression ..........-4328-2 -7492-7 The Arts: A Creative Future ..........-4320-6 -7484-2

CAREERS & FINANCE

• Inspiring Life Stories of Women in STEM • Career Path Examples • Salary Expectations • Educational Requirements WOMEN IN STEM CAREERS

LEARN ABOUT EXCITING CAREERS AND GROUNDBREAKING WOMEN IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATHEMATICS.

Women have been traditionally underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers, but that’s changing as female scientists, engineers, and other STEM professionals help develop cures for deadly diseases, explore space, fight global climate change, and develop software programs that protect us from cyberattacks or allow us to play video games or use virtual reality. Women have proven that they can excel in STEM careers just like men do. Women in STEM Careers covers nine STEM fields, including many subspecialties, features profiles of groundbreaking women in STEM, and offers dozens of suggestions on how to explore STEM careers while still in school. The series will both educate and inspire teens who are considering a rewarding career in STEM.

9 VOLUME SET © 2022 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4499-9 Hardcover Set Price.............$311.40 $233.55 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$34.60 $25.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$43.93 $32.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 96 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Women in Anthropology................... -4500-2 -7304-3 Women in Chemistry ....................... -4501-9 -7305-0 Women in Engineering..................... -4502-6 -7306-7 Women in Environmental Sciences . -4507-1 -7311-1 Women in Information Technology .. -4503-3 -7307-4 Women in Medicine ......................... -4504-0 -7308-1 Women in Physics ........................... -4505-7 -7309-8 Women in Space Exploration........... -4506-4 -7310-4 Women Inventors............................. -4508-8 -7312-8

CAREERS & FINANCE

COOL CAREERS IN SCIENCE

CUTTING-EDGE SCIENCE CAREERS THAT EXCITE TODAY’S STUDENT AND WILL CHANGE THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT.

• Terms of the Trade • Examples of career paths • Salary expectations • Highlights key skills Career Path Examples E Key Skill

Get an overview of the jobs, pay, and employment prospects, along with day-in-the-life stories

from those working in each career. Learn how to explore the profession while in school, and steps to take after graduation.

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CAREERS & FINANCE

CAREERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE

LEARN HOW TO PURSUE A NOBLE PROFESSION OF HELPING OTHERS WHILE IMPROVING THE WORLD AROUND YOU!

• Infographics of the Cause • Highlights Milestones • Spotlights People on the Job • Organizations to Contact

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7540-5 -7541-2 -7543-6 -7547-4 -7544-3 -7545-0 -7546-7 -7542-9 -7548-1

Helping Animals....................................... -4254-4 Helping Children ...................................... -4255-1 Helping Seniors ....................................... -4257-5 Helping Those in Poverty ......................... -4261-2 Helping Those with Addictions ................ -4258-2 Helping Those with Disabilities................ -4259-9 Helping Those with Mental Illnesses ....... -4260-5 Helping to Protect the Environment......... -4256-8 Helping Victims........................................ -4262-9

CAREERS IN THE BUILDING TRADES: A GROWING DEMAND

LEARN ALL ABOUT TODAY’S IN-DEMAND BUILDING TRADE CAREERS FOR TODAY’S DIVERSE JOB SEEKERS.

10 VOLUME SET © 2019 Set ISBN ................978-1-4222-4110-3 Hardcover Set Price................. $332.70 $249.50 (S&L) Hardcover List Price .................. $33.27 $24.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ...... $42.60 $31.95 (S&L) • Terms and Tools of the Trade • Tips to Prepare for Careers • Interviews with Professionals

Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7681-5 -7682-2 -7683-9 -7684-6 -7685-3 -7686-0 -7687-7 -7688-4 -7689-1 -7690-7

Apprenticeships....................................... -4111-0 Carpenter................................................. -4112-7 Construction & Building Inspector........... -4113-4 Electrician................................................ -4114-1 Flooring Installer...................................... -4115-8 Heating and Cooling Technician............... -4116-5 Masonry Worker ...................................... -4117-2 Plumber ................................................... -4118-9 Roofer ...................................................... -4119-6 Working in Green Construction................ -4120-2

CAREERS & FINANCE

CAREERS IN DEMAND FOR HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

PROFILES JOBS RIGHT OUT OF HIGH SCHOOL AND GUIDES READERS TOWARDS A LIFELONG CAREER.

• Job Assessment Questionnaires • Stories of a Day on the Job • Salary and Growth Potential

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 112 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources.................................... -4136-3 Armed Forces .......................................................................... -4133-2 Computers, Communications & the Arts.................................. -4134-9 Construction & Trades.............................................................. -4135-6 Fitness, Personal Care Services & Education .......................... -4140-0 Health Care & Science............................................................. -4137-0 Hospitality & Human Services ................................................. -4138-7 Public Safety & Law................................................................. -4141-7 Sales, Marketing & Finance..................................................... -4142-4 Transportation & Manufacturing.............................................. -4139-4

AN HONEST LOOK INTO THE DAILY LIVES OF THOSE WORKING WITHIN THE HEALTHCARE INDUSTRY.

CAREERS IN HEALTHCARE

Anecdotes might describe an experience during a day on the job, and QR codes send readers to Internet videos to elaborate on a topic. VERDICT: Comprehension boosters, QR codes, and depth of coverage make this a top choice for high-school collections. —SLJ

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 64 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7983-0 -7984-7 -7986-1 -7987-8 -7988-5 -7990-8 -7991-5 -7993-9 -7994-6

Athletic Trainers....................................... -3795-3 Clinical & Medical Laboratory Scientists .. -3796-0 Dietitian Nutritionists............................... -3798-4 EMTs & Paramedics................................. -3799-1 Nurses ..................................................... -3800-4 Orthotists & Prosthetists.......................... -3802-8 Physical Therapists.................................. -3803-5 Respiratory Therapists............................. -3805-9 Speech Pathologists & Audiologists ........ -3806-6

CAREERS & FINANCE

ON A MISSION

LEARN FROM HIGHLY TRAINED EXPERTS IN JOBS THAT COMBINE ACTION, ADVENTURE, AND SERVICE.

9 VOLUME SET © 2016 Set ISBN ................978-1-4222-3264-4 Hardcover Set Price................. $287.37 $215.55 (S&L) Hardcover List Price .................. $31.93 $23.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ...... $39.93 $29.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 ¼ x 9 ¼ • 64 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Analytics: Sports Stats and More............. -3265-1 -8523-7 Coaching & Scouting ............................... -3267-5 -8525-1 Health Careers in Sports.......................... -3268-2 -8526-8 Sports Agent ............................................ -3270-5 -8528-2 Sports Arena and Event Management ..... -3266-8 -8524-4 Sports Marketing..................................... -3272-9 -8530-5 Sports Media Relations............................ -3269-9 -8527-5 Sportswriting and Sports Photography.... -3273-6 -8531-2 Working in College Sports ....................... -3274-3 -8532-9 deliver an honest, realistic perspective on the profession, including an eye-opening look at job opportunities. VERDICT: Interesting and informative reads that will appeal to both sports enthusiasts and a general audience. —SLJ 8 VOLUME SET © 2016 Set ISBN ................978-1-4222-3391-7 Hardcover Set Price................. $223.44 $167.60 (S&L) Hardcover List Price .................. $27.93 $20.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ...... $35.93 $26.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 ¼ x 9 ¼ • 48 Pages Grade Level: 5-8 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Bomb Squad Technician .......................... -3392-4 -8501-5 Border Security........................................ -3393-1 -8502-2 Dogs on Patrol ......................................... -3397-9 -8506-0 FBI Agent ................................................. -3394-8 -8503-9 Fighter Pilot ............................................. -3395-5 -8504-6 Paramedic................................................ -3398-6 -8507-7 Secret Service Agent ............................... -3400-6 -8509-1 Undercover Police Officer........................ -3403-7 -8512-1 Excitement never flags in this book, as every chapter is accompanied by explosive stories. Sidebar facts, key words, color photo illustrations, and suggested research projects further enhance the text. As engaging as it is informative, this book is dynamite. —Booklist Chapters -”Getting Started,” “Hard at Work,” Realities of the Workplace,” and “The Nitty-Gritty”-

AN INSIDER’S GUIDE TO CAREERS AVAILABLE OFF THE FIELD FOR PASSIONATE SPORTS FANS.

CAREERS OFF THE FIELD

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

IN A DIVIDED COUNTRY, STUDENTS READ EACH SIDE OF THE ARGUMENTS ON TODAY’S MAJOR SOCIAL ISSUES.

Books begin with an overview of the issue, then progress through chapters that are set up to address four key questions about the topic, detailing the most commonly heard arguments on both sides of the discussion. • Important Quotes Highlighted • Expert Data Presented • Nonpartisan Reports • Teaches Informed Decision-Making

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CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

Hardcover Set Price.............$467.09 $350.35 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$35.93 $26.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$45.27 $33.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 112 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Criminal Justice System.................. -4388-6 -7403-3 Education......................................... -4389-3 -7404-0 Gender Equality ............................... -4391-6 -7406-4 Gun Control...................................... -4392-3 -7407-1 Health Care...................................... -4393-0 -7408-8 Immigration ..................................... -4394-7 -7409-5 Jobs and Economy .......................... -4395-4 -7410-1 Mental Health .................................. -4396-1 -7411-8 Poverty and Welfare......................... -4398-5 -7413-2 Privacy and Social Media................. -4399-2 -7414-9 Race Relations................................. -4400-5 -7415-6 Religious Freedom........................... -4401-2 -7416-3 The Environment.............................. -4390-9 -7405-7

SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND HARASSMENT

DELVES INTO ASSAULT AND HARRASSMENT PREVENTION, CHILD ABUSE AND EXPLOITATION, DATE RAPE, AND MORE.

• Myth-Debunking Fact Boxes • Find-Out-More Sections • Charts, Graphs, and Statistics • Provides Hotlines and Resources

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Created in content and design to show that sexual violence and harassment affect people of all races, genders, ages, and ethnicities. Defines and examines sexual assault and provides prevention overview and steps for taking action.

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7606-8

Abuse Among Family and Friends ........... -4200-1 Coping with Sexual Violence and Harassment...................................... -4201-8 Dealing with Dating and Romance .......... -4202-5 Preventing Sexual Assault and Harassment...................................... -4203-2

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-7609-9

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

GUN COUNTRY

GATHER THE FACTS AND ARGUMENTS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE DEBATE FOR YOUR OWN WELL INFORMED OPINION.

This issue-based series for young adults takes a broad objective look at the special status of guns in America. Americans own more guns than any other country in the world. Guns are integral to the story of the nation’s founding, and today, the debate over violence and responsible gun ownership is a lightning-rod topic in American politics. The books in this series explore the underlying issues from the legal and political arena to the business of guns, mass shootings, suicides, guns for sport, and much more. Peeling away the rhetoric of both advocates and opponents, this series presents the facts for readers to form their own informed opinions. • Historical context • Statistics • Key players in the debate • Valuable for reports

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CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

LGBTQ LIFE

THESE COMPREHENSIVE GUIDES FOR TEENS CELEBRATE THE STRENGTH AND DIVERSITY OF THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY TODAY.

• Inspiring Role-Model Stories • Scannable Video Testimonials • Great Guides for Teens

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 96 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN E-ISBN

Beyond Male and Female: The Gender Identity Spectrum ........................ -4274-2 -7521-4 Body and Mind: LGBTQ Health Issues..................... -4275-9 -7522-1 Double Challenge: Being LGBTQ and a Minority ..... -4276-6 -7523-8 Gender Fulfilled: Being Transgender....................... -4277-3 -7524-5 LGBTQ at Work: Your Personal and Working Life .... -4278-0 -7525-2 LGBTQ Without Borders: International Life ............. -4279-7 -7526-9 *Love Makes a Family: Friends, Family, and Significant Others........... -4280-3 -7527-6 When You’re Ready: Coming Out............................. -4281-0 -7528-3 You Are Not Alone: Finding Your LGBTQ Community...................... -4282-7 -7529-0 * 112 pages

CLIMATE CHANGE: PROBLEMS AND PROGRESS

PERHAPS THE MOST IMPORTANT ISSUE THE WORLD FACES, THIS SERIES EXPLORES THE KEY PARTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE. • Spread-by-Spread Format • Climate Fact Boxes • Easy-to-Follow Layout

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 48 Pages Grade Level: 5-8

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7450-7 -7455-2 -7453-8 -7454-5 -7456-9 -7449-1 -7451-4 -7452-1 -7457-6 -7458-3

Extreme Weather ..................................... -4355-8 Preserving Energy ................................... -4360-2 Recycling Works! ..................................... -4358-9 Renewable Energy in Action.................... -4359-6 Saving Water............................................ -4361-9 The Danger of Greenhouse Gases ........... -4354-1 The Future of Biodiversity........................ -4356-5 The Organic Lifestyle............................... -4357-2 The Vital Role of Deserts and Forests...... -4362-6 What Is Climate Change?......................... -4363-3

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

ETIQUETTE FOR SUCCESS

EXPERT GUIDANCE ON HOW TO ACT IN SITUATIONS FROM FAMILY FUNCTIONS TO SOCIAL MEDIA.

• Providing Expert Guidance • Boosting Social Confidence • Taking on Challenges • Sharing Situational Stories

7 VOLUME SET © 2019 Set ISBN ...................... 978-1-4222-3969-8 Hardcover Set Price........................$223.51 Hardcover List Price .........................$31.93 Multi-User eBook List Price .............$39.93

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 64 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN E-ISBN Etiquette for Success: Dining ................................. -3970-4 -7809-3 Etiquette for Success: Relationships ...................... -3971-1 -7810-9 Etiquette for Success: School................................. -3972-8 -7811-6 Etiquette for Success: Social Media & Online Manners ...................... -3973-5 -7812-3 Etiquette for Success: Social Situations................. -3974-2 -7813-0 Etiquette for Success:Traveling Abroad ................. -3975-9 -7814-7 Etiquette for Success:Workplace........................... -3976-6 -7815-4

LEADERSHIP SKILLS & CHARACTER BUILDING

SHOWCASING THE CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS STUDENTS NEED FOR A SUCCESSFUL AND WELL-ROUNDED LIFE.

• Teaching Perseverance • Goal-Setting Tips • Self-Improvement Advice • Organizations to Contact

7 VOLUME SET © 2019 Set ISBN ................978-1-4222-3994-0 Hardcover Set Price................. $223.51 $167.65 (S&L) Hardcover List Price .................. $31.93 $23.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ...... $39.93 $29.95 (S&L)

Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 64 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7786-7 -7787-4 -7788-1 -7789-8 -7790-4 -7791-1 -7792-8

Communication Skills.............................. -3995-7 Initiative, Grit & Perseverance ................. -3996-4 Integrity & Honesty .................................. -3997-1 Organization & Problem-Solving.............. -3998-8 Self-Confidence....................................... -3999-5 Self-Discipline & Responsibility............... -4000-7 Tolerance & Cooperation.......................... -4001-4

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

THE PRISON SYSTEM

EXPLORING THE PRISON SYSTEM AND ITS ROLE IN SOCIETY THROUGH STORIES OF REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCES.

• Personalizing Prison Realities • Examining Incarceration Effects • Exploring Various Moral Issues

9 VOLUME SET © 2018 Set ISBN ...................... 978-1-4222-3781-6 Hardcover Set Price........................$299.43 Hardcover List Price .........................$33.27 Multi-User eBook List Price .............$42.60

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN E-ISBN Juveniles Growing Up in Prison.............................. -3783-0 -7998-4 Political Prisoners................................................... -3784-7 -7999-1 Prison Alternatives & Rehabilitation ....................... -3785-4 -8000-3 Prison Conditions Around the World ....................... -3786-1 -8001-0 The History of Punishment and Imprisonment ....... -3782-3 -7997-7 The Treatment of Prisoners and Prison Conditions... -3787-8 -8002-7 The True Costs of Prisons ....................................... -3788-5 -8003-4 Unequal Justice...................................................... -3789-2 -8004-1 Women Incarcerated .............................................. -3790-8 -8005-8

EXAMINES HOW THE JUDICIAL SYSTEM AND METHODS OF CRIME SOLVING HAVE EVOLVED.

CRIME & DETECTION

An intriguing look at the constantly changing field of scientific investigation. Overall, this is a detailed and thorough package. —SLJ

20 VOLUME SET © 2017 Set ISBN .......................978-1-4222-3469-3 Hardcover Set Price........................ $665.40 Hardcover List Price ......................... $33.27 Multi-User eBook List Price ............. $42.60

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 96 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN E-ISBN Capital Punishment................................................ -3473-0 -8400-1 Criminal Terminology............................................. -3470-9 -8397-4 Cyber Crime........................................................... -3471-6 -8398-1 Daily Prison Life..................................................... -3472-3 -8399-8 Domestic Crime ..................................................... -3474-7 -8401-8 Famous Trials ........................................................ -3476-1 -8403-2 Forensic Science ................................................... -3477-8 -8404-9 Global Terrorism..................................................... -3481-5 -8408-7 Government Intelligence Agencies ........................ -3478-5 -8405-6 Hate Crimes........................................................... -3479-2 -8406-3 Infamous Prisons................................................... -3475-4 -8402-5 Organized Crime.................................................... -3483-9 -8410-0 Protecting Yourself Against Criminals.................... -3484-6 -8411-7 Race and Crime ..................................................... -3485-3 -8412-4 Serial Murders....................................................... -3486-0 -8413-1 The History of Punishment .................................... -3487-7 -8414-8 The History of Torture ............................................ -3480-8 -8407-0 The U.S. Justice System ........................................ -3488-4 -8415-5 The War on Drugs .................................................. -3489-1 -8416-2 Unsolved Crimes.................................................... -3482-2 -8409-4

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

FAMILIES TODAY

EXPLORES DIFFERENT TYPES OF FAMILY STRUCTURES, PROVIDING ADVICE FOR KIDS WITH “NONTRADITIONAL” FAMILIES.

9 VOLUME SET © 2017 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-3612-3 Hardcover Set Price.............$251.37 $188.55 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$27.93 $20.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$35.93 $26.95 (S&L) Each title addresses the history, current trends, issues, challenges, and social impacts of each situation in a straightforward, nonjudgmental manner. VERDICT: A great resource that reflects the many manifestations of family with an emphasis on social acceptance. —SLJ

Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 48 Pages Grade Level: 5-7

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -8257-1 -8258-8 -8259-5 -8262-5 -8264-9 -8265-6 -8266-3 -8267-0 -8268-7

Adoptive Families ............................ -3613-0 Disability and Families..................... -3614-7 Foster Families ................................ -3615-4 Incarceration and Families .............. -3618-5 Military Families .............................. -3620-8 Multigenerational Families .............. -3621-5 Multiracial Families ......................... -3622-2 Single-Parent Families .................... -3623-9 Teen Parents.................................... -3624-6

EXAMINES FACTS, ARGUMENTS, AND OPINIONS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE ON THE MOST CONTROVERSIAL SUBJECTS. This well-written, thoughtful series uses

CRITICAL WORLD ISSUES

international and historical perspectives to analyze contemporary issues. VERDICT: Primary purchases for teen collections, especially those with a need for titles on international affairs. —SLJ

12 VOLUME SET © 2017 Set ISBN .........................978-1-4222-3645-1 Hardcover Set Price.......................... $415.20 Hardcover List Price ........................... $34.60 Multi-User eBook List Price ............... $43.93

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 112 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN E-ISBN

Animal Rights ...................................................... -3647-5 Capital Punishment.............................................. -3649-9 Consumerism....................................................... -3650-5 Drugs ................................................................... -3651-2 Equal Opportunities ............................................. -3652-9 Genetic Engineering ............................................ -3655-0 Human Rights ...................................................... -3657-4 Poverty................................................................. -3658-1 Racism................................................................. -3659-8 Refugees.............................................................. -3660-4 Terrorism ............................................................. -3661-1 The Arms Trade.................................................... -3648-2

-8127-7 -8129-1 -8130-7 -8131-4 -8132-1 -8135-2 -8137-6 -8138-3 -8139-0 -8140-6 -8141-3 -8128-4

HIGH-INTEREST READING

POP MUSIC STARS

THESE INFORMATIVE BIOGRAPHIES DETAIL THE CAREERS OF POP MUSIC’S BRIGHTEST STARS FROM THE MOMENT THAT SET THEM APART TO THE RELEASE OF THEIR LATEST HIT SONG. LEARN ABOUT THEIR LIVES BOTH BEFORE SUPERSTARDOM AND AS A MODERN MEGASTAR.

• Special Breakthrough section • Videos of star performances • Spotlight on Greatest Career Moments • Highlights of the artist’s brand

Their songs are everywhere, and the next hit to drop is always right around the corner. Today’s Pop Music Stars have skyrocketed to fame as those catchy songs become part of the soundtrack to life. From their early days to their climb to the top, this series brings today’s popular music superstars into focus. Each volume spotlights the breakthrough moment that propelled each star from musical unknown to household name. Learn what goes into making a chart-topping hit, and peek behind the curtain of a massive concert tour. Big stars are a big business, and these stars have some of the best-known brands in entertainment. Pop Music Stars gives readers a front row seat to learn all they want to know about their favorite singers.

Hardcover Set Price.............$173.00 $129.75 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$34.60 $25.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$43.93 $32.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Adam Levine.................................... -4484-5 -7331-9 Ariana Grande.................................. -4481-4 -7328-9 Ed Sheeran ...................................... -4483-8 -7330-2 Shawn Mendes................................ -4482-1 -7329-6 Taylor Swift...................................... -4485-2 -7332-6

HIGH-INTEREST READING

HIP-HOP & R&B: CULTURE, MUSIC & STORYTELLING

AN IN-DEPTH AND INSPIRATIONAL LOOK AT THE LIVES OF TODAY’S TOP HIP-HOP AND R&B STARS.

From in the studio or on stage, to larger-than-life personas, readers will gain insight into today’s top artists in this continuing series. Learn about their successes, struggles, families, lives in the spotlight, and charitable endeavors.

• Details Albums and Collaborations • Artists’ Awards Sections • Exciting Music Videos • Highlighting Artists’ Foundations

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7189-6 -7186-5 -7187-2 -7188-9

Migos............................................... -4629-0 Alicia Keys ....................................... -4626-9 Gucci Mane...................................... -4627-6

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 Full olor • Library ound Tri Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages rade Level: 7-12

E-ISBN -7443-9 -7444-6 -7445-3 -7446-0 -7447-7 E-I -7189-6 -7186-5 -7187-2 -7188-9

HBK ISBN

John Legend.................................... -4364-0 Lil Wayne ......................................... -4365-7 Nicki Minaj....................................... -4366-4 Post Malone..................................... -4367-1 Travis Scott...................................... -4368-8 11 VOLUME SET © 2019 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4176-9 Migos............................................... -4629-0 Alicia Keys ....................................... -4626-9 Gucci ane...................................... -4627-6 Meek Mill......................................... -4628-3

HIGH-INTEREST READING

HIP-HOP & R&B: CULTURE, MUSIC & STORYTELLING

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7443-9 -7444-6 -7445-3 -7446-0 -7447-7

Throughout, care is taken to note African American musicians’ monumental contributions…and struggles due to slavery and prejudice. Text-dependent questions, suggested research projects, QR codes linking to relevant videos, a chronology, and source notes add further value to this comprehensive text. –SLJ

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7620-4 -7629-7 -7622-8 -7625-9 -7626-6 -7627-3 -7630-3

Bruno Mars...................................... -4178-3 DJ Khaled ........................................ -4187-5 Drake ............................................... -4180-6 Pharrell ............................................ -4183-7 Pitbull............................................... -4184-4 Rihanna............................................ -4185-1 The Weeknd..................................... -4188-2

EVOLUTION & CULTURAL INFLUENCES OF MUSIC

EXAMINES THE HISTORY AND DEVELOPMENT OF POPULAR MUSICAL GENRES THAT HAVE SHAPED AMERICAN POPULAR CULTURE.

8 VOLUME SET © 2020 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4369-5 Hardcover Set Price.............$276.80 $207.60 (S&L) Hardcover List Price ..............$34.60 $25.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price ..$43.93 $32.95 (S&L) Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 96 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Country ............................................ -4370-1 -7435-4 Electronic Dance Music (EDM)......... -4371-8 -7436-1 Hip-Hop............................................ -4372-5 -7437-8 Latin and Caribbean......................... -4373-2 -7438-5 Pop Music........................................ -4374-9 -7439-2 R&B, Soul, and Gospel ..................... -4375-6 -7440-8 Rock................................................. -4376-3 -7441-5 Stage and Screen ............................ -4377-0 -7442-2 • Music Video Performances • Engaging Graphic Design • Highlighting Top Musicians • Chronology of Events

HIGH-INTEREST READING

HIGH-INTEREST STEAM

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ART AND MATH ARE NOT ONLY FOUND IN THE CLASSROOM. STEAM ELEMENTS ARE AN IMPORTANT FOUNDATION TO ALMOST EVERYTHING WE DO.

People are so used to doing everyday things in their daily lives that they scarcely ever stop to think about what they are doing and how it works. High-Interest STEAM takes everyday subjects and explains for a school-aged audience how science, technology, engineering, arts and math bring them alive. The series is valuable for both readers who love the STEAM subjects and those interested in what makes their favorite activity tick. It introduces basic STEAM concepts and demonstrates in a fun and interesting way how they apply to the things we do and care about. It is an exciting, educational, and factual look at the way we live from a STEAM point of view. • Highlighting STEAM careers • Interesting and informative STEAM videos • Fun and educational research projects • Intuitive, easy-to-follow layout

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Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7286-2 -7287-9 -7288-6 -7289-3 -7290-9 -7291-6 -7292-3 -7293-0 -7294-7 -7295-4

Automobiles............................................. -4517-0 Cosmetics................................................ -4518-7 Drones ..................................................... -4519-4 Environment ............................................ -4520-0 Fashion .................................................... -4521-7 Gaming .................................................... -4522-4 Music....................................................... -4523-1 Smartphones ........................................... -4524-8 Social Media............................................ -4525-5 Sports ...................................................... -4526-2

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