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Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657817

When things don't go as planned, do you throw in the towel and call it quits, or do you give it another try? Part of the Driven to Succeed book series, the nonfiction book Scientists & Inventors Who Never Gave Up tells the stories of exceptional scientists and inventors who overcame challenges to discover or invent something that changed the world.

Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657824

Does failing at something mean it's time to throw in the towel and give up? Part of the Driven to Succeed nonfiction book series, Artists & Entertainers Who Never Gave Up takes a look at the lives of some of the most famous and well-loved creators and entertainers who had to overcome challenges and obstacles to achieve their success.

Run for Office

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653017

What does it take to run for office and win? Learn about the different types of public positions that you can run for and how each one impacts the community, as well as successful strategies for winning. This book takes students on a civic journey to help them identify problems in their community that matter and identify the steps they can take to solve them from a public position.

Organize and Volunteer

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653185

What are some of the best ways to volunteer and become involved in your local community? Learn tips on how to become an active community member through volunteering for different social causes. This book takes students on a civic journey to teach them about the importance of volunteering and getting involved in their community.

Feeling Good About You

Marie-Therese Miller Ph.D. (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615916

You are valuable! How to Deal: Feeling Good About You explores the ways that positive thoughts and a healthy body can make students feel good about themselves and discusses how excelling in school and volunteering can boost self-confidence. Common scenarios and practical advice will help readers embrace their talents and improve self-esteem.

Understanding Friendship

Marie-Therese Miller Ph.D. (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615923

Friends make life joyful! How to Deal: Understanding Friendship offers practical advice for meeting friends and creating close friendships. Readers will learn what makes a good friend, how to avoid common problems with friends, and how modern technology fits into friendship.

Coping with Loss and Grief

Michelle Garcia Andersen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615930

Have you ever lost someone you love? Does it seem impossible on some days to feel happy? You are not alone! After reading How to Deal: Coping with Loss and Grief, readers will learn what to expect as they journey through grief, including various coping strategies to help navigate through this difficult and confusing time

Bully Busters

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615954

Do you see bullying at school? Do you have a “frenemy”? Want to do something to stop bullying or keep it from starting? In How to Deal: Bully Busters, readers will explore how they can shine a light on the way bullies think and work, understand the role of bystanders, and learn what everyone can do to shut bullying down.

Doing the Right Thing

Linden McNeilly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615961

Do you ever wonder if you are doing the right thing? Do your peers pressure you to do the wrong things? Maybe you get caught in dilemmas where it’s not clear what’s right. In How to Deal: Doing the Right Thing, readers will explore information that will help them understand all of these situations and make the best decisions for health and happiness.

Anger Danger

Michelle Garcia Andersen (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615947

Have you ever been so angry that you felt out of control? It’s difficult to remain calm and think rationally when you are really mad! In How to Deal: Anger Danger, readers will learn helpful techniques for controlling anger so it doesn’t control them.

Kids Speak Out About the Environment

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640116

Pollution. Dirty drinking water. Climate change. What can we do about such big problems? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About the Environment, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about protecting Earth and its resources, and what you can do to join them!

Kids Speak Out About Violence

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640093

Some people live with violence and abuse every day. What can we do to help? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About Violence, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about this issue, and what you can do to join them!

Kids Speak Out About Inequality

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640123

People are treated unfairly for many reasons, including because of their skin color, gender, or gender identity. How can we help stop this inequality? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About Inequality, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak up about this important issue, and what you can do to join them!

Kids Speak Out About Immigration

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640109

Immigrants around the world move to new places seeking peace and opportunity. How can we support them? We can speak out! In Kids Speak Out About Immigration, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about the rights of immigrants, and what you can do to join them!

Kids Speak Out About Bullying

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640086

Bullying hurts people around the world every single day. How can we help stop it? By speaking out! In Kids Speak Out About Bullying, you'll learn about some incredible kids who had the courage to speak out about this issue, and what you can do to join them!

Kids Speak Out About Education

Chris Schwab (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731640130

Education helps kids have a bright future. All around the world, there are kids without access to a good education. How can we help? By speaking out! In Kids Speak Out About Education, you'll learn about some incredible kids who have worked to make sure every child has access to a good education, and what you can do to join them!

Power Play

Kyla Steinkraus (author), Alan Brown (illustrator)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919119

A bully makes life awful for Paisley. An unlikely ally helps her build a machine that could shed some light on the bully's behavior.

Field Trips, Yes or No

Kevin Walker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914695

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Reciting the Pledge, Yes or No

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914633

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Learning a Second Language, Yes or No

Kevin Walker (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914688

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Class Parties, Yes or No

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914657

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

School Dances, Yes or No

Erin Palmer (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914664

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Summer School, Yes or No

Erin Palmer (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914671

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Smartphones in Class, Yes or No

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914640

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.

Homework, Yes or No

Reese Everett (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681914626

This introduction to opinion writing serves as a mentor text to students learning to express their own opinions in persuasive essays and other opinion-based writing assignments using topics relevant to students as examples. Both sides of the debate are explored equally. Includes writing prompts.