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From award-winning author Karen Blumenthal, comes a deep and passionate look at the riveting history of the fight for reproductive rights in the United States. Tracing the path to the landmark decision in Roe v. Wade and the continuing battle for women's rights, Blumenthal examines, in a...

Immerse yourself in the captivating life of Václav Havel, the extraordinary writer, philosopher, political dissident, and politician in Vaclav Havel: Art, Activism, and Political Change. This engaging edition from the Czech Out book series is specifically designed for young adults seeking to explore the rich history of the Czech Republic and delve into the remarkable legacy of Václav Havel.

Why is there suffering? Doesn't science disprove miracles? What about hell--and the millions who've never heard of Jesus? Is heaven for real? Lee Strobel decided to use his award-winning journalistic skills to investigate the idea of faith and prove that placing our trust in things we cannot see...

The American Revolution saw Britain lose control of its prize colonial possessions across the Atlantic. A new nation emerged which would gradually make its mark on the world stage. In this History A Level series written by Dr Ben Marsh of the University of Kent and Head of History and senior examiner Phil Lyons, we will be examining this fascinating period of history, including the causes of the war of Independence, why Britain lost it and why America won, and the establishment of the constitution.

From cognition and perception to personality and motivation, AudioLearn is your complete audio study guide to advanced placement psychology. And AudioLearn comes complete with a question and answer session following each section and a free complete test.

1,0 ist unmöglich? Von wegen! Was machen die besten Schüler besser als alle anderen? Haben sie ein Geheimrezept? Was sind ihre Tricks? Auf all diese Fragen wollte der Oberstufenschüler Tim Nießner Antworten finden. Deshalb interviewte er fast 100 Abiturienten, die einen Schnitt von 0,69 bis 1,0 erreicht haben, und teilt hier seine Erkenntnisse, die er durch diese Gespräche gewonnen hat, mit allen Schülern.

Return to President Obama's White House in this New York Times best-selling anthology for young women by young women, featuring stories from 10 inspiring young staffers who joined his administration in their 20s with the hope of making a difference.

Five best-selling vocabulary test, job, and life preparation titles combined for deeper learning through variety and repetition. Here are 100 and 300 core SAT and GRE words - 100 and 300 words to sound smarter and be more accepted in the workplace and in all of your activities, as well as in your career development. Few things impress as much as a good word in the right spot. The last is a complete vocabulary with 1,500 words. All have been-best sellers on Audible.com and elsewhere.

IELTS is the most popular English exam in the world today. It is also the ideal way to perfect the English language from a basic to advanced level. In this series, you will be escorted through the course with Richard Aspinall, a teacher who has a proven track record in teaching the IELTS curriculum successfully all over the world. He will take you through this "easy to follow" step by step guide where you will be represented by a student and you will learn everything you need to know to improve your English.

Presenting the ultimate manual for teenage boys, equipping them with the practical skills they need to navigate life's challenges. This book provides actionable strategies and valuable tips demonstrated through the engaging life stories of three teen boys.

Do you ever wonder why no one teaches real-world money skills in school? Wish saving felt easier—or that your money didn’t disappear the second you got paid? Want to enjoy life now while still setting yourself up for an epic future? Get ready to take control of your money and build wealth the fun way!

Do you know when is the best time to build your real estate empire? The answer is the earlier, the better. Among the many great lessons about high school, one of the best things you can do to secure your future is to begin to financially plan for it. Wholesaling real estate is the perfect investment opportunity. A student's life is all about social interaction. Wholesaling real estate is a game of networking. Who better than someone in high school to do that?

Skilled Trade Career Planning For Teens will provide you with the Trusted and Proven path to a successful and REWARDING career in one of many hands-on skilled trades that make BIG MONEY! Many high school students ponder their career and financial goals as they go through high school. Wouldn’t you like to know all of the options before making such a big life-changing decision?

During the recent presidential election, "media literacy" became a buzzword that signified the threat media manipulation posed to democratic processes. Meanwhile, statistical research has shown that eight- to eighteen-year-olds pack more than eleven hours with some form of media into each day by "media multitasking." Young people are not only eager and interested to learn about and discuss the realities of media ownership, production, and distribution, they also deserve to understand differential power structures in how media influences our culture. 

Today, 93% of teenagers say that money skills are extremely important for achieving their financial goals and living their best lives. Yet, most schools don’t offer classes in Financial Literacy, which creates an enormous gap in our educational system that requires our immediate attention. The solution is The Ultimate Money Skills Handbook for Teens and the Financial Independence Ladder!

Learn how to map out your career step by step and get ahead in life! Have you heard any of these common myths?

Practical life skills that every young adult should know before leaving home. Congratulations, your life as a young adult is about to start. The world is now full of possibilities and adventures! But are you ready to leave home? Do you have all the skills to live independently and thrive?

From acclaimed writer, journalist, and physician Dr. Seema Yasmin comes a “savvy, accessible, and critical” (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) book about the importance of media literacy, fact-based reporting, and the ability to discern truth from lies. What is a fact? What are reliable...

In his meteoric, 13-year rise to fame, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. led a mass movement for civil rights - with his relentless peaceful, non-violent protests, public demonstrations, and eloquent speeches. But as violent threats cast a dark shadow over Dr. King's life, Swanson hones in on James Earl Ray, a bizarre, racist prison escapee who tragically ends King's life.

Viola's strikingly original voice sings out the story of her family's journey from war-torn Sudan, to Cairo, and finally to Portland, Maine. Here, in the sometimes too close embrace of the local Southern Sudanese Community, she dreams of South Sudan while she tries to navigate the strange world of America - a world where a girl can wear a short skirt, get a tattoo or even date a boy; a world that puts her into sharp conflict with her traditional mother who, like Viola, is struggling to braid together the strands of a displaced life.