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Growing Energy

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781631550270

This book provides the history of biofuels, different uses, positive and negative characteristics, and how they will impact the future.

Solar Energy

David Armentrout, Patricia Armentrout (authors)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906789

This book explores solar energy and discusses the properties of the Sun, how sunlight is used by plants, solar thermal collectors, solar energy's advantages and disadvantages, and other related topics.

Understanding Finances

Mathew Felton-Koestler, Courtney Koestler (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731657510

Every day, people earn and spend money. What do you know about earning, saving, and borrowing money? Understanding Finances—part of the Data in Your World book series—supports middle grade students in learning foundational financial literacy skills and using data to understand economics. Explore how you can use data to manage money, as well as how to compare living wages, learn about interest, inflation, our economy, and so much more.

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.

Natural, Artificial, and Man-Made

Jen Breach (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653208

How has human intervention impacted food production and plant distribution? Learn about the historical and modern contexts of food production and distribution, including selective breeding and genetic modification. This book takes students on an educational journey into the process of food distribution.

Careers to Help Others

Shantel Gobin (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731653147

What are some career paths that are designed to help people? Learn about a variety of helpful careers in the book Careers to Help Others. This book introduces children to a number of careers that help care for people, like a nurse or a counselor.

Exploring Our Schools

Courtney Koestler, Mathew Felton-Koestler (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731651891

Take a look into data collection and how it affects the public school and education system. This children's book includes text-based questions to develop reading skills and an extension activity that can be done at home or in the classroom.

Communities Near and Far

Mathew Felton-Koestler, Courtney Koestler (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731651907

Take a look into data collection and how it affects different communities, both at home and around the world. This book includes text-based questions to develop reading skills and an extension activity that can be done at home or in the classroom.

Places of Protest

Jen Breach (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731651990

Get insight into some of the most important protests in history, from their locations to the important figures who inspired change. This book includes a glossary, an index, and new vocabulary words to help develop both reading and comprehension skills.

Defining and Discussing Women’s Rights

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615787

Women and girls make up half the world’s population but are still often not treated equally to men and boys. Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Women's Rights takes a look at the gender gap, framing issues and arguments in ongoing discussions about women’s rights in the United States and worldwide.

Defining and Discussing Freedom of the Press

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615794

Recent events have shone a bright spotlight on the news media, including “fake news,” internet trolls, and attacks on journalists. Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Freedom of the Press describes the history of the right to freedom of the press, how the constitution protects reporters, and what happens in places where the press is not free.

Defining and Discussing Human Rights

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615770

In Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Human Rights, readers will explore current conflicts involving human rights around the world. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue. Certain fundamental rights—such as the rights to safety, freedom of movement, and freedom of expression—are human rights to which everyone is entitled.

Defining and Discussing Immigration

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615763

Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Immigration introduces readers to the facts and divergent points of view behind the headlines about immigration. Learn about border enforcement and security, sanctuary cities, proposals for immigration reform, and more. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue.

Defining and Discussing Climate Change

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615800

Explore the evidence and opinions behind the headlines on climate change. In Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Climate Change readers will learn about the science behind the causes and effects of Earth’s changing climate and understand the political context. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue.

Defining and Discussing Free Speech

Christy Mihaly (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731615817

“It’s a free country—I can say whatever I want!” Most Americans agree about the importance of free speech. But many don’t understand the scope and limitations of this treasured liberty. In Shaping the Debate: Defining and Discussing Free Speech, readers will learn about the history, complexities, and conflicts related to free speech rights, from flag-burning to the treatment of hate speech. Then, decide where YOU stand on this important issue.

Pharrell Williams

Mary Hertz Scarbrough (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731617422

In Celebrity Influencers: Pharrell Williams, readers will explore Williams’s work on behalf of education and young people. Whether he is organizing free summer camps, promoting science and technology careers for women and people of color, or creating TV shows that are fun and educational, Williams will inspire you with his energetic commitment to helping others. You probably know Pharrell Williams as a songwriter, producer, and singer of his hit song “Happy.” But did you know that he is on a mission to make the world a happier place by motivating young people to reach their full potential?

Turning Up the Heat

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566919

Did you know that much climate change is caused by natural events? But how do humans influence climate change? Answer this question and learn how scientists make predictions about climate change. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.

Natalie Portman

Mary Hertz Scarbrough (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731617477

Celebrity Influencers: Natalie Portman introduces readers to the ways in which Portman speaks out on behalf of animal rights, as well as against harassment of women. Portman, who calls herself a science geek, works to promote educational opportunities for girls and women throughout the world. She's also a voice of the #MeToo movement. Academy Award-winning actress Natalie Portman became a vegetarian when she was nine. Now a vegan, she is motivated both by animal rights and by the environmental costs associated with eating meat.

Melting Glaciers, Rising Seas

Tara Haelle (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566926

A region's climate affects nearly every part of animals' and peoples' lives. Learn about how humans contribute to climate change and what you can do to help limit its effects. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human Activity.

Planet Protection

Rebecca E. Hirsch (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566957

The usual climate of an area can change drastically. But what causes climate change and how can you help protect the planet? Read on to answer these questions and others. This title supports NGSS standards for Earth and Human Activity.

Matt Damon

Mary Hertz Scarbrough (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731617446

In Celebrity Influencers: Matt Damon, readers will explore how he has gained attention and acclaim for his efforts to bring food, safe drinking water, and toilets to communities around the world. Damon first became known for his acting and screenwriting, and now focuses on sustainable, long-term solutions that will result in better lives, especially for girls and women. Full of facts and photos, this book also examines how Damon's work impacts gender equality for women.

Jennifer Lopez

Mary Hertz Scarbrough (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731617460

In Celebrity Influencers: Jennifer Lopez, readers will discover how Jennifer Lopez uses her stardom to bring attention to highly personal causes, such as helping hurricane victims in Puerto Rico. JLo’s foundation is dedicated to improving the well-being of women and children. She even teamed with Lin-Manuel Miranda to co-write a song to benefit LGBTQ shooting victims in 2016. She sings, acts, and dances, but there’s much more to this internationally renowned star!

Leonardo DiCaprio

Mary Hertz Scarbrough (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731617439

In Celebrity Influencers: Leonardo DiCaprio, readers will explore how DiCaprio's work continues to bring awareness to climate change, marine and wildlife conservation, disaster relief, and renewable energy. Leonardo DiCaprio is one of the most recognizable movie stars in the world, but he’s also a committed activist. DiCaprio started a nonprofit organization more than 20 years ago to help protect the world’s remaining wild areas.

Climate Change and Food Production

Jodie Mangor (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781641566940

What we eat can help decide the future. Learn how our food sources are closely linked to climate change and what we can do to help limit its affects. This title supports NGSS for Earth and Human activity.