Dealing with School Shootings (Helping Yourself, Helping Others)
by Kate Shoup
Global Issues: Terrorism considers the definition of terrorism, its history from the French Revolution, its causes, and its human and economic impact. The various responses to terrorism, the new forms it may take in the future, for example relating to animal rights and environmental concerns, and the media's role in reporting on and even perpetuating terrorism, are also taken into account.
Jungle Fighters (Jules Archer History for Young Readers)
by Jules Archer
In the early stages of the Pacific War, General Douglas MacArthur was expected to prevent the Japanese from taking Australia. With limited forces, MacArthur had to be tactical, and the key to the continent’s defense was the island of New Guinea, just above the northeast tip of Australia. In order to defend New Guinea, MacArthur sent a small task force to Milne Bay, where the Coral Sea rounded the southeast tip of the island. His plan: to establish an airfield base for bomber and fighter planes t...
This poetry anthology from Ari Tison and Ty Chapman centers a chorus of voices from various spaces of marginalization in response to policing. Written for young adults and featuring striking visual art, it is comprised of both new and award-winning poets and YA authors. The collection explores the personal experiences of the authors, holding space for those lost to over-policing, honoring young activists at the forefront of movements calling for reform, and looking forward to the future of publi...
Exam Board: Edexcel Level & Subject: GCSE History First teaching: September 2016 First exams: June 2018 REVISE Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History: Superpower Relations and the Cold War Revision Cards are perfect for students who want to turbocharge their revision time! Each pack includes access to a FREE online edition of the REVISE Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History: Superpower Relations and the Cold War Revision Guide and contains: 30 Revision Cards and three organising dividers (with a handy 'ho...
True Teen Stories from Syria (Surviving Terror: True Teen Stories from Around the World)
by Kristin Thiel
Tank of Tomorrow (High Interest Books: High-Tech Military Weapons (Hardcover))
by Larry Hama and Bill Cain
A series of books for Key stages 3 - 4, aimed at secondary school librarians, these 4 titles provide an overview of key and contemporary political and social issues covered at this stage of the curriculum. Ground Work delivers easy to access information and the background behind these sometimes controversial topics in a lively and accessible way. Each book in the series addresses key questions about pressing social issues from: what is climate change and where do we go from here?; globalisation...
Managing Conflict Resolution
Conflict arises in every relationship: within families, partnerships, groups, and nations. Whether a dispute turns destructive or constructive often depends on how it is handled. ""Managing Conflict Resolution"" examines the causes of conflict in homes, schools, and the wider world. It also explores different methods people have developed to guide conflicts to positive 'win/win' resolutions. History and current events topics covered include: the Cuban Missile Crisis; the Laramie Treaty of 1868;...
An in-depth look at potential future developments in warfare, including advancements in robot technology as well as satellite-guided bombs and other technologies that are currently considered to be state of the art. By examining the historical roots of warfare this book presents a balanced account of modern warfare. Part of the series What's Next? The Future Of..., there are four titles in the series examining warfare, medicine, architecture and space exploration. Perfect for upper KS2 into KS3...
Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the possible reasons why terrorism exists and the security measures taken to make sure it doesn’t happen. Is a loss in some freedom a fair trade for more security?
Tank of Tomorrow: Stryker (High Interest Books: High-Tech Military Weapons (Pb)) (High Interest Books: High-Tech Military Weapons (Paperback))
by Larry Hama and Bill Cain
The War on Terror (Point/Counterpoint: Issues in Contemporary American Society) (Point/Counterpoint (Chelsea Hardcover))
by Paul Ruschmann
Examines the government's increasing attempts to control the airwaves to maintain a standard of decency.