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CAREERS & FINANCE Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Cool Careers In Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Cool Careers In Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Careers In Infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Women In Stem Careers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Careers Making a Difference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 CONTEMPORARY ISSUES You Are Not Alone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Gender Identities And Sexual Expressions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 LGBTQ Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Contemporary Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Gun Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Sexual Violence and Harassment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Climate Change: Problems and Progress. . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Etiquette for Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 HIGH-INTEREST READING Dream Cars. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Pop Music Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Country Music Stars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Evolution & Cultural Influences of Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Hip-Hop & R&B: Culture, Music & Storytelling . . . . . . . . . 15 Infamous Jailbreaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Masters Of Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 The World Art Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Ultimate Danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Pet Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ANIMALS Creatures of the Ocean. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Amazing World Of Sharks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 SPORTS Superstars of the Speedway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Childhood Fears and Anxieties ...................................... 55 Living with Diseases and Disorders .............................. 55 Drug Addiction and Recovery ....................................... 56 Mental Illnesses and Disorders: Awareness and Understanding .................................. 56 Know Y ur Food ........................................................... 57 An Integrated Life of Fitness ......................................... 57 Families Today .................... (see CONTEMPORARY ISSUES) Careers in Healthcare ............... (see CAREERS & FINANCE) COUNTRY STUDIES Nations in the News ................................................... 58 Asian Countries Today ............................................... 59 European Countries Today ............................................ 60 Discovering Africa ........................................................ 60 Exploring Cuba ............................................................ 61 Exploring the Polar Regions Today ................................ 61 Major World Cities ....................................................... 62 Social Progress and Sustainability ................................ 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. Historic l Wars ............. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS) The Civil War .................................. (see MILITARY CONFLICTS)

World Class Footballers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Ballpark Greats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Hardwood Greats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Gridiron Greats: Pro Football’s Best Players . . . . . . . . . . . 23 The Summer Olympics:. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On the World Stage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Guides To Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Women’s Soccer Today. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 MATH & SCIENCE Facing the Weather. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Tech Titans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 The New Weather . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Connecting Stem and Sports. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DRUGS, FAMILY & HEALTH Food for Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 The Young Adult Drug Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Behavioral Disorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Psychology In Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Detoxing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Fitness And Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Teen Guides To Health & Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Health & Nutrition. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Smoking and Vaping Addiction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Opioid Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 COUNTRY STUDIES Asian Countries Today . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 GLOBAL STUDIES Customs, Culture & Cuisine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 MASON CREST INFORMATION Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Sales Representatives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 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 Connecting Cultures through Family and Food ................ 71 Customs and Cultures of the World ................................ 71 Major World Religions ................................................... 72 Understanding Islam ..................................................... 72 The Making of the Modern World: 1945 to the Present .... 73 Foundation of Democracy .... ....................................... 73 Understanding Global Trade & Commerce ....................... 74 Exploring World History ................................................. 74 North American Natural Resources ................................ 75 The United Natio s: Le dership and Challenges in a Global World ....................................................... 75 Nations in the News ..................... (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

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“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

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CAREERS & FINANCE

GETTING STARTED

LEARN ABOUT FAST-GROWING CAREERS AND FUN WAYS TO EXPLORE THEM WHILE IN SCHOOL.

The Getting Started series is the perfect resource for young people who are interested in learning more about education and careers in a particular field, but don’t know how. It provides a wide range of exploration activities for middle school and high school students, including competitions, school clubs, information interviews, job shadowing experiences, summer camps, tours, volunteer opportunities, and books, websites, podcasts, and videos. Each title in the Getting Started series presents information on more than 25 careers in a particular field (such as engineering, nursing, and beauty and fashion), the educational requirements to enter these fields (college, apprenticeships, military training), and financial aid (grants, loans, scholarships). Interviews with workers in these fields are furnished to help readers better understand what it takes to be successful on the job. • Dozens of Career Options • Typical Education Paths • Career Exploration Ideas • Useful Organizations, Books, and Websites

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Careers in Nursing ................................... Careers in the Environment...................... Careers in Beauty and Fashion................. Careers in Business ................................. Careers in Construction............................ Careers in Engineering ............................ Careers in Safety and Security...................... Careers in Social Media and the Web ...... Careers in Sports .................................... Careers in Therapy and Rehabilitation .....

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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 i Key Skill

Science careers are cool! Where else do you have the opportunity to develop video games and apps, study tornadoes and other weather phenomena as they happen, help create wind and solar power technologies, solve crimes, build robots and spacecraft, and design roller-coasters and driverless cars? A science career puts you at the cutting edge of innovations that will change the world as we know it. Scientists’ and engineers’ salaries are much higher than the average for all careers and rank among the most in-demand occupations around the world. Cool Careers in Science covers nearly 20 cutting-edge careers, including many subspecialties, and offers numerous suggestions on how to explore science careers while still in school.

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Food Scientists ....................................... Geoscientists ........................................... Meteorologists ........................................ Space Scientists and Engineers ...............

-4819-5 -6998-5 -4820-1 -6999-2 -4821-8 -7000-4 -4822-5 -7001-1

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E-ISBN -7157-5 -7158-2 -7159-9 -7160-5 -7161-2

3-D Printing Specialists ................... -4655-9 Big Data Specialists......................... -4656-6 Environmental Scientists ................. -4657-3 Genetic Engineers............................ -4658-0 Visual Effects Artist.......................... -4659-7

CAREERS & FINANCE

COOL CAREERS IN SCIENCE

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

$77.85 (S&L) $25.95 (S&L) $32.95 (S&L)

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E-ISBN -7510-8 -7513-9 -7518-4

Alternative Reality Developers................. -4293-3 Driverless Vehicle Developers ................. -4296-4 Renewable Energy Workers..................... -4301-5

CAREERS IN INFRASTRUCTURE

LEARN ABOUT THE PROFESSIONALS WHO BUILD AND MAINTAIN OUR NATION’S TRANSPORTATION, ENERGY, WATER, TELECOMMUNICATIONS, AND OTHER INFRASTRUCTURE.

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This series offers updated information about a variety of careers in popular and lucrative fields like renewable energy, engineering, transportation and infrastructure, and mechanics. Each book includes interviews with professionals in each career field, updated educational and certification requirements, full-color photographs, diagrams and captions. These books provide suggestions for how readers can become more involved in each field to better position themselves for career success, exciting suggestions for research topics, and embedded QR codes that refer readers to reliable multimedia sources on related career topics. VERDICT This outstanding series delivers essential information on exciting career options that will appeal to students; school libraries and career counseling centers should consider. —SLJ

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Advanced Manufacturing

Technicians .............................. -4730-3 Aircraft Mechanics........................... -4731-0 Civil Engineering Technicians .......... -4667-2 Electricians ...................................... -4668-9

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Environmental Engineering

Technicians .............................. -4669-6 Logisticians ..................................... -4670-2

-7145-2 -7146-9

Plumbers, Pipefitters, and

Steamfitters ............................. -4671-9 Solar Power Technicians.................. -4672-6 Truck and Transportation Drivers..... -4673-3 Wind Turbine Technicians ................ -4674-0

-7147-6 -7148-3 -7149-0 -7150-6

CAREERS & FINANCE

WOMEN IN STEM CAREERS

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

Inspiration abounds in this series that highlights career opportunities for women in fields like anthropology, information technology, physics, environmental science, chemistry, and medicine. Each book provides the history of each field or industry and an introduction to the career opportunities available. VERDICT: A standout series for virtually any collection. —SLJ

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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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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

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

YOU ARE NOT ALONE

THIS SERIES EMPOWERS TEENS TO CONQUER THE HURDLES OF MODERN-DAY ADOLESCENCE, BLENDING CAPTIVATING NARRATIVES AND EXPERT INSIGHTS THAT EQUIP THEM WITH ESSENTIAL TOOLS TO TRIUMPH OVER COMMON CHALLENGES.

Discover the empowering series You Are Not Alone - an essential resource for all teens navigating the challenges of growing up in today’s world. With engaging storytelling, insightful statistics, and expert-backed information, this series will help you feel heard, understood, and equipped with the tools you need to overcome common adolescent problems. Gain a deeper understanding of the issues facing today’s youth and learn how to find the support you need to thrive. Inspiring, educational, and fact-based, this series is a helpful starting point for all teens seeking to make their way in the world.

• Showcases Teen Video Testimonials • Provides Resources for Help

• Inclusive and Accessible • Shares Coping Techniques

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Bullying ................................................... Social Isolation ........................................ Teen Pregnancy ....................................... Divorce .................................................... Grief ........................................................ Immigration .............................................

-4797-6 -7014-1 -4798-3 -7015-8 -4799-0 -7016-5 -4801-0 -7018-9 -4802-7 -7019-6 -4806-5 -7023-3

CONTEMPORARY ISSUES THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE IS MARVELOUSLY VARIED, AND OUR UNDERSTANDING OF GENDER AND SEXUAL ATTRACTION IS JUST CATCHING UP WITH THAT REALITY.

GENDER IDENTITIES AND SEXUAL EXPRESSIONS

What does it mean to be LGBTQIA+ today? What is an ally? These and many more questions are delved into here. The topics cover everything from self identifying language to bi erasure. Each title’s subject is unpacked carefully and with consideration for multiple perspectives within the given community. VERDICT: Public libraries and high schools looking to expand their queer and trans nonfiction collections will find these titles to be invaluable to older teens. —SLJ

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E-ISBN -7117-9 -7118-6 -7119-3 -7120-9 -7121-6 -7122-3 -7123-0

Asexual ......................................... -4695-5 Bisexual and Pansexual ................... -4696-2 Female to Male (FTM) Transgender . -4697-9 Gender Expansive ............................ -4698-6 Intersex ......................................... -4699-3 Male to Female (MTF) Transgender . -4700-6 Polyamorous.................................... -4701-3

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

LGBTQ LIFE

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

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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

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.

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GATHER THE FACTS AND ARGUMENTS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE DEBATE FOR YOUR OWN WELL INFORMED OPINION. • Historical Context • Statistics • Key Players in the Debate • Valuable for Reports CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

GUN COUNTRY

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(The Author) lays out his position on guns overall and the importance of the series in a straightforward, even-keeled manner…delivering information in a matter-of-fact way and letting readers reach their own conclusions. VERDICT: An excellent research resource that gives readers everything they need to create their own informed opinion. —SLJ

Happily, all (books) receive reasonable and balanced treatment…. reliable guides to an important subject. —Book List

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.

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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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CONTEMPORARY ISSUES

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

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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

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

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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

HIGH-INTEREST READING

DREAM CARS

STRAP IN FOR THE ULTIMATE TOUR OF THE MOST AMAZING, POWERFUL, AND STYLISH CARS IN THE WORLD.

Strap in for the ultimate tour of the most amazing, powerful, and stylish cars in the world. Each volume explores the history of a famous brand, features the hottest and most valuable models, and brings readers “up to speed” on everything about the world’s hottest Dream Cars!

• Learn About the World’s Hottest Cars Ever Made • Explore the Exciting Future of Performance Car Brands • Videos to Encourage Further Research • Complementary Information in Sidebars

$195.65 (S&L) $27.95 (S&L) $34.95 (S&L)

Full color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 96 pages Grade Level: 7–12

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Alfa Romeo: A Legacy from Milan............. Bentley: The Best in its Class ................... Maserati: Italian Style and Performance .... Porsche: The Ultimate Speed Machine ..... Range Rover: The Ultimate in Luxury........ Rolls Royce: Innovation and Aspiration ....... Tesla: The Feeling is Electric ....................

-4850-8 -6965-7 -4785-3 -7027-1 -4851-5 -6966-4 -4793-8 -7035-6 -4794-5 -7036-3 -4852-2 -6967-1 -4795-2 -7037-0

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. Five popular Grammy Award winning artists are the subjects of these informative volumes. Readers learn of their breakthrough and significant moments: Adele was the first artist to top the Billboard charts in several genres and Harry Styles’s flubbed performance on X-factor led to the formation of his band One Direction. Struggles are also addressed: Lady Gaga was bullied in school and Lil Nas X was a loner due to his homosexuality. Big moments in their careers are highlighted such as their Grammy wins, appearances on Saturday Night Live, and their chart-topping albums. The accompanying photographs will entice fans as will the tidbits about their homes and lifestyles. —SLJ

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Dua Lipa .................................................. Lizzo........................................................ Megan Thee Stallion ................................

-4734-1 -7084-4 -4735-8 -7085-1 -4736-5 -7086-8

5 VOLUME SET © 2023 Set ISBN ............. 978-1-4222-4683-2 Hardcover Set Price ............. $ 179.65 $ 134.75 (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 • 80 pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7124-7 -7130-8 -7131-5 -7132-2 -7133-9

Adele

......................................... -4691-7

Billie Eilish ....................................... -4684-9 Harry Styles ..................................... -4685-6 Lady Gaga ........................................ -4686-3 Lil Nas X ......................................... -4687-0 3 VOLUME SET © 2022 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4480-7

Hardcover Set Price .............$103.80 $77.85 (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 Ed Sheeran ...................................... -4483-8 -7330-2 Shawn Mendes ................................ -4482-1 -7329-6

HIGH-INTEREST READING SOME OF TODAY’S GREATEST COUNTRY MUSIC STARS ARE SPOTLIGHTED IN OUR NEW SERIES OF BIOGRAPHIES ON CHART-TOPPING ICONS.

COUNTRY MUSIC STARS

Fans of these country music stars will appreciate the career facts and photographs featured in these volumes. Each book opens with a description of a poignant moment in the subject’s career, usually the performance or recording of their first big hit and lists of their accomplishments are presented readers learn about their hobbies, brand affiliations and charitable activities. —SLJ

5 VOLUME SET © 2023 Set ISBN ............. 978-1-4222-4486-9 Hardcover Set Price ............. $ 179.65 $ 134.75 (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 • 80 pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7323-4 -7322-7 -7326-5 -7325-8 -7324-1

Blake Shelton................................... -4488-3 Carrie Underwood............................ -4487-6 Chris Stapleton ................................ -4491-3 Kacey Musgraves ............................ -4490-6 Keith Urban...................................... -4489-0

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

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

Hardcover Set Price .............$103.80 $77.85 (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: 7 x 9 • 80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12

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

Migos ............................................... -4629-0 Gucci Mane...................................... -4627-6 Meek Mill. ........................................ -4628-3

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

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E-ISBN -7444-6 -7445-3 -7447-7

Lil Wayne ......................................... -4365-7 Nicki Minaj....................................... -4366-4 Travis Scott ...................................... -4368-8

AN IN-DEPTH AND FASCINATING LOOK AT THE MOST INFAMOUS JAILBREAKS IN THE LAST 100 YEARS.

INFAMOUS JAILBREAKS

This series covers the background of each event; a biographical sketch of each inmate, the crime(s), details of the escape, and the consequences. Photos and computer-generated images of prison cells and execution chambers help readers visualize the conditions the inmates were fleeing from. Sidebars discuss penal codes, prison trustee systems, and other topics that may broaden perspectives about the events. VERDICT: Useful for criminal justice electives or for individual curiosity about famous escapes. —SLJ

6 VOLUME SET © 2023 Set ISBN ............. 978-1-4222-4713-6 Hardcover Set Price ............. $ 199.62 $ 149.70 (S&L) Hardcover List Price .............. $ 33.27 $ 24.95 (S&L) Multi-User eBook List Price .. $ 41.27 $ 30.95 (S&L)

Full Color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 64 pages Grade Level: 7-12

HBK ISBN

E-ISBN -7100-1 -7101-8 -7102-5 -7103-2 -7104-9 -7089-9

Alcatraz ......................................... -4714-3 El Chapo ......................................... -4715-0 Frank Abagnale................................ -4716-7 John Dillinger .................................. -4717-4 Ted Bundy ........................................ -4718-1 The Texas Seven .............................. -4729-7

AN INSPIRATIONAL ART SERIES ABOUT THE WORLD’S MOST FAMOUS ARTISTS AND THEIR WORKS. HIGH-INTEREST READING

MASTERS OF ART

A biography series that details famous artists in history, including different schools of art styles. Descriptions of the style of work and the artists are thorough and includes photos of their studios or work spaces. VERDICT: An overall detailed series of North American and European art and artists for older readers. —SLJ

Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4632-0 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: 8 x 9 ½ • 96 pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Ansel Adams .................................... -4633-7 -7171-1 Claude Monet................................... -4640-5 -7178-0 Edgar Degas .................................... -4637-5 -7175-9 Frank Lloyd Wright........................... -4645-0 -7183-4 John James Audubon ...................... -4634-4 -7172-8 Leonardo Da Vinci ............................ -4638-2 -7176-6 Mary Cassatt.................................... -4635-1 -7173-5 Michelangelo ................................... -4639-9 -7177-3 Paul Cézanne ................................... -4636-8 -7174-2 Pierre-Auguste Renoir ..................... -4641-2 -7179-7 The Hudson River School................. -4642-9 -7180-3 The Pre-Raphaelites ........................ -4643-6 -7181-0 Vincent van Gogh............................. -4644-3 -7182-7 13 VOLUME SET © 2023

SHOWS HOW COOL ART TRULY IS, THROUGH AN ENGAGING ADVENTURE ACROSS THE GLOBE TO EXPLORE DIFFERENT FORMS.

THE WORLD ART TOUR

• Country-by-Country Approach • Packed with Authentic Images • Classic and Contemporary Art • Exploration of Traditions

$77.85 (S&L) $25.95 (S&L) $32.95 (S&L)

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

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E-ISBN -7534-4 -7537-5 -7538-2

Dance....................................................... -4287-2 Festivals .................................................. -4290-2 Sculpture ................................................. -4291-9

HIGH-INTEREST READING THIS SERIES BRINGS READERS TO THE WORLD’S MOST PERILOUS JOBS, HOBBIES, PLACES, EVENTS, BUGS, AND BEASTS.

ULTIMATE DANGER

• Highlights Quick Facts • Images Popping off Pages • Action Videos of Danger • Compelling Anecdotes

6 VOLUME SET © 2020 Set ISBN ...................... 978-1-4222-4224-7 Hardcover Set Price ........................$207.60 Hardcover List Price .........................$34.60 Multi-User eBook List Price .............$43.93

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

HBK ISBN E-ISBN The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Animals .............. -4225-4 -7582-5 The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Insects................ -4226-1 -7583-2 The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Jobs ................... -4227-8 -7584-9 The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Places................. -4228-5 -7585-6 The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Sports & Activities........................................... -4229-2 -7586-3 The Ultimate Book of Dangerous Weather .............. -4230-8 -7587-0

STUDENTS WILL THOROUGHLY ENJOY READING ABOUT THEIR FAVORITE FOUR-LEGGED, WINGED, OR FINNED FAMILY FRIENDS.

PET LIBRARY

6 VOLUME SET © 2020 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4312-1 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: 8 ¼ x 11 3 ⁄ 8 • 72–80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Aquarium Fish ................................. -4313-8 -7494-1 Cats ................................................. -4314-5 -7495-8 Dogs................................................. -4315-2 -7496-5 Kittens ............................................. -4316-9 -7497-2 Parrots ............................................. -4317-6 -7498-9 Puppies............................................ -4318-3 -7499-6 • Packed with Photos • Highlighting Different Breeds • Tips about Picking a Pet • Fun Animal Videos

ANIMALS

CREATURES OF THE OCEAN

GAIN A DEEPER APPRECIATION OF THE VARIETY AND COMPLEXITY OF LIFE IN THE WORLD’S OCEANS.

• 80 Full-Color Images • Informative Descriptions • Educational Videos of Creatures • Great for Research

8 VOLUME SET © 2020 Set ISBN ........... 978-1-4222-4303-9 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: 8 ¼ x 11 3 ⁄ 8 • 72-80 Pages Grade Level: 7-12 HBK ISBN E-ISBN Alligators & Crocodiles .................... -4304-6 -7501-6 Curious Creatures ............................ -4305-3 -7502-3 Giants of the Sea ............................. -4306-0 -7503-0 Penguins.......................................... -4307-7 -7504-7 Seals & Sea Lions ............................ -4309-1 -7506-1 Seashells ......................................... -4308-4 -7505-4 Sharks ............................................. -4310-7 -7507-8 Whales & Dolphins........................... -4311-4 -7508-5

THE AMAZING WORLD OF SHARKS

HIGH INTEREST AT ITS BEST … A THRILLING LOOK UNDER THE SEA AT THESE AMAZING CREATURES.

Offers readers in-depth introductions to specific shark species. Plentiful photographs, maps, drawings, and charts enhance the text. Short, well-chosen videos from reputable sources. Readers of this well-executed series are further assisted by vocabulary definitions, reading comprehension questions, and research challenges. —Booklist

Hardcover Set Price ..............................$319.30 $239.50 (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 Blue Sharks ............................................................. -4122-6 -7671-6 Bull Sharks .............................................................. -4123-3 -7672-3 Deepwater Sharks ................................................... -4124-0 -7673-0 Freshwater Sharks .................................................. -4125-7 -7674-7 Great White Sharks .................................................. -4126-4 -7675-4 Hammerhead Sharks ............................................... -4127-1 -7676-1 Mako Sharks............................................................ -4128-8 -7677-8 Rays......................................................................... -4129-5 -7678-5 Thresher Sharks ...................................................... -4130-1 -7679-2 Tiger Sharks ............................................................ -4131-8 -7680-8

SPORTS

SUPERSTARS OF THE SPEEDWAY

DISCOVER THE CAPTIVATING TALES OF NASCAR’S TOP DRIVERS, EXPLORING THEIR PERSONAL LIVES, PHILANTHROPIC ENDEAVORS, AND THE REMARKABLE JOURNEY OF BUILDING THEIR BRAND BEYOND THE TRACK.

Dive into the heart of NASCAR with the Superstars of the Speedway series. This collection of seven books shines a spotlight on the top drivers in the game, including Bubba Wallace, Chase Elliott, Denny Hamlin, and more. Explore their journeys from driving go-karts to becoming NASCAR series champions. Get behind the wheel of their iconic vehicles and uncover the story of their personal lives, philanthropic endeavors, and how they’ve built their brand beyond the track. Whether you’re a die-hard NASCAR fan or just starting to discover the excitement of the sport, this series is the ultimate guide to the superstars of the speedway.

• Highlights NASCAR Series Champions • Watch Greatest Moment Videos • Graphically Appealing Driver Cards • Under the Hood Racecar Specs

$139.75 (S&L) $27.95 (S&L) $34.95 (S&L)

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Bubba Wallace ......................................... Chase Elliott............................................. Denny Hamlin .......................................... Kevin Harvick........................................... Kyle Busch...............................................

-4738-9 -7076-9 -4739-6 -7077-6 -4740-2 -7078-3 -4741-9 -7079-0 -4742-6 -7080-6

SPORTS

WORLD CLASS FOOTBALLERS

DELVE INTO THE LIVES OF SOCCER’S MOST REVERED PERSONALITIES AND RELIVE THEIR GREATEST MOMENTS ON THE FIELD WITH THIS MUST-READ SERIES.

World Class Footballers is a comprehensive exploration of the beautiful game’s greatest players. Follow their rise to fame, trials and triumphs, and learn about the legacies currently being created by the world’s greatest football players. From Lionel Messi to Erling Haaland, each book in the series dives deep into the life and career of a legendary player, offering a thorough look at their journey to the top. Get a close-up look at their inspirations, motivations, and impact on the sport. Readers will learn about each player’s greatest moments on the field and examine these revered and admired figures to see why they have become legends in the eyes of fans around the world. This series will give you an all-encompassing view of what makes these footballers truly exceptional.

• Player Cards Highlight Career Stats • Scannable Videos of Great Moments • Charts Highlight Club Numbers • Showcases Player Quotes

$139.75 (S&L) $27.95 (S&L) $34.95 (S&L)

Full color • Library Bound Trim Size: 6 ½ x 9 • 80 pages Grade Level: 7–12

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Cristiano Ronaldo..................................... Erling Haaland ......................................... Kylian Mbappé......................................... Lionel Messi ............................................ Robert Lewandowski ...............................

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