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Gross Body Stuff

Darla Duhaime (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919560

This title highlights all the gross stuff your body produces everyday.

Gross Smells

Darla Duhaime (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781681919591

This title highlights all the gross smells our noses sense every day.

Alcohol

Lydia Bjonlund (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794290

Examines the basic concepts of alcohol abuse through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Colas

Kevin Cunningham (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791602

Did you know that popular cola drinks are bottled, produced, and sold in countries all over the world? Readers will be introduced to the history of cola drinks and learn how American cola companies produce their soft drinks and sell them worldwide.

Magic Johnson

Ellen Labrecque (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602792067

Magic Johnson's fearlessness, courage, and determination were evident whenever he stepped on the basketball court. Those same characteristics have also served him well in his off-the-court battle with HIV. Readers will learn about how Magic Johnson has used his courage, knowledge, and wisdom to promote awareness and to help better urban communities everywhere.

Plague!

Lynn Peppas (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427191687

This gripping title traces the causes, symptoms, and treatment of plague through the height of the Black Death in Europe and into the modern day.

Street Pharma

Jessica Wilkins (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427197306

Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most commonly abused drugs by high school students after marijuana. One in five young people abuses prescription meds - cotton, rits, beans, tuss, and bricks - street names for these non-street drugs. Street Pharma looks at this growing problem and gives young readers the information they need to say no before they start using or find help to quit when they've become addicted.

Inhalants and Solvents

Jon Eben Field (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427197269

A recent survey on drug use recorded 729,000 youths 12 years of age or older who had used inhalants and solvents for the first time within the past year. These substances, along with prescription and over-the-counter medications, can be found in almost every home and have become an easy-access entry point to drug use for young people. This important book carefully examines the facts and fiction about "huffing," and provides information on addiction and treatment, as well as useful alternatives to drug use.

Party and Club Drugs

Marguerite Rodger (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427197283

Party drugs are a group of drugs used by young people at parties, clubs, concerts, and events. From ecstasy to GHB and ketamine, party drugs have a popular reputation for not being as harmful as other hard street drugs, but they are just as dangerous and addictive. This informative book details the history of these drugs and how they became so popular. A special section provides readers with useful resources for fighting addiction and remaining drug free.

Marijuana

Troon Harrison Adams (author)

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Company ISBN: 9781427197276

There's no denying that marijuana use is prevalent among today's youth and that it has grown increasingly acceptable in popular culture. This informative and useful book for kids examines drug use and abuse. Topics of interest include the history of marijuana use and laws, and myths and facts about marijuana misuse and abuse. A resource section provides websites and contact information of organizations for those dependent on drugs as well as for their friends and families.

Salt

Nancy Robinson Masters (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793521

You eat salt everyday, but did you know that only 20% of the world's salt is consumed as food? Read this book to learn more about how salt is harvested, its other uses, and why wars have been fought over this common, yet important, mineral.

Rock Climbing

Michael Teitelbaum (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791497

Rock climbing can be the fun and exhilarating, and the best part is that it is an activity that also helps you stay healthy and fit. Students will learn more about how they can start climbing, the importance of good equipment, and the health benefits of rock climbing.

Skiing

Michael Teitelbaum (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791503

Skiing down a snowy slope is fun and exciting. Readers will find out what they need to get started on an outdoor sport that can get them outdoors and help keep them fit for life.

Mountain Biking

Michael Teitelbaum (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791510

Mountain biking can be a fun and intense activity that pushes you to the limits. Readers will learn about how they can start their own mountain biking program and begin a lifetime of fitness.

Hiking

John McKinney (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602791558

Whether it's a leisurely stroll through a national park or forest preserve, hiking can be a great activity for connecting with nature and keeping yourself healthy. Students will read and discover more about the proper equipment for hiking, as well as the health benefits of hiking.

Pandemics

Robert Green (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793613

What is a pandemic? What diseases are likely to cause a pandemic? How can the spread of a disease be stopped? Find out about how a disease reaches pandemic proportions and start thinking about what people can do to stop the spread of deadly diseases.

Overpopulation

Robert Green (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793590

How many people is too many? What happens when too many people are crowded into too little space? What can be done to control the world's population? Read this book to learn more about overpopulation and start thinking about what can and should be done to address this important issue.

Genetically Modified Foods

Vicky Franchino (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602793620

Should scientists manipulate genes to create new varieties of food? Is genetically modified food safe to eat? How can we grow enough food to feed all the world's people? Read this book to find out more about genetically modified foods and what people around the world think about them.

Steroids

Adam Schaefer (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794368

Examines the basic concepts of steroids through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Drugs

K.A. Francis (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794320

Examines the basic concepts of drug abuse through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Obesity

Toney Allman (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794344

Examines the basic concepts of obesity through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Junk Food

Stephen Currie (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794337

Examines the basic concepts of junk food through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Smoking

Heather Miller (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794351

Examines the basic concepts of smoking through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Bulimia

Gail B. Stewart (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794313

Examines the basic concepts of bulimia through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.

Anorexia

Gail B. Stewart (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781602794306

Examines the basic concepts of anorexia through the lens of the latest scientific studies and finding. Provides tools for evaluating conflicting and ever changing ideas.