Stephen Currie
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2015]
Description
"The medieval world had a variety of ways of dealing with crime, sorcery, and other instances of breaking society's rules. Few of them were pleasant in any way. Indeed, many of these responses were embarrassing or painful for those being punished, and quite a few involved outright torture or even death"--From the publisher's web site.
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 9 - AR Pts: 3
Description
This book explores the concept of fake news, especially as it relates to recent events, particularly the 2016 Presidential campaign. It addresses the definition of fake news, how it came to be, and why it matters, as well as the reporting of real news and how to push back against fake news.
Author
Pub. Date
2017.
Description
The ancient Maya were a remarkable Central American people who developed a rich civilization with particular focuses on art, astronomy, and architecture. Through thoughtful narrative supported by fully documented quotes this title begins with A Brief History of the Ancient Maya and then examines these questions: How Did Geography Help Shape Maya Civilization? How Did Religion Affect Maya Art and Science? How Did Trade Unify Maya Culture? and How Did...
8) Hydropower
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2011]
Description
An introduction to hydropower, providing a historical overview of hydropower and hydroelectricity, describing how the world uses hydropower, and discussing the benefits and costs.
12) Cheating
Author
Pub. Date
2007
Accelerated Reader
IL: UG - BL: 5.2 - AR Pts: 1
Description
A high-interest book for low-reading-level students that provides an overview of the ways people cheat and the consequences for the cheater, for those who do not cheat, and for society.
13) Goblins
Author
Pub. Date
2011
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 3
Description
Discusses the recurring appearance of goblins in folklore from around the world and their enduring popularity in literature and films.
19) Biased Science
Author
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"Ideally, science would indeed be focused entirely on facts, truth, and objectivity. But the reality is different. Science cannot be separated from the human experience. As long as science is a human endeavor, it will carry with it the biases of society"--
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2023]
Description
"About a third of mass shootings worldwide take place in the United States-a country that has less than 5 percent of the world's population. Some people blame video games, mental health problems, and political or religious radicalization. Whatever the cause, the US must address its problem with gun violence"--