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Historic Disasters and Mysteries • Page 36
The mysteries and disasters of the past never grow old. Why the Titanic sank, how a volcanic eruption buried an entire
city, what happened to an entire civilization (if, indeed, it ever existed), and the bizarre events surrounding a dramatic
discovery in the desert still fascinate. These are the subjects explored in the Historic Disasters and Mysteries series. Each
book explores what happened and why, what evidence exists to support these ideas/scenarios, the individuals involved,
and the aftermath. Personal accounts, the observations of experts, and interesting facts add depth and perspective.

Intolerance and Violence in Society • Page 14
Intolerance and Violence in Society explores the many ways that intolerance and violence continue to permeate
society, providing history behind why these problems exist and showing what people today are doing to help.
Readers will learn about racial and cultural intolerance, religious intolerance, LGBT intolerance, sexual violence,
and online bullying. Each volume includes diagrams to enhance readers’ understanding of complex concepts,
source notes, and an annotated bibliography to facilitate deeper research.

Music Scene • Page 49
The music world is ever changing. Although classical, rock, and jazz still have strong followings, many of today’s
musicians are making names for themselves in other music styles, including K-pop, EDM, and rap and hip-hop. The
Music Scene series focuses on what today’s new musicians are doing, what they seek to convey through their music,
and how they are using new techniques and technology to create and promote their work. Each book introduces
readers to influential musicians and presents brief historical background as well as highlighting the work of a variety
of contemporary musicians and their music.
The Science and Technology of Sports • Page 30
No matter the sport, athleticism and hard work are central to athletic performance. But there is more going on
when a person runs, jumps, kicks, or throws. Physical forces and biomechanical factors help determine speed,
stamina, accuracy, and more. The Science and Technology of Sports series examines the biomechanics, physics, and
mathematical principles that shape athletic performance and competition. How these factors influence training and
common injuries is also discussed. Real-world examples and fully documented quotes bring concepts to life.

Teen Guide to Sports • Page 48
Teen Guide to Sports introduces the worlds of basketball, hockey, football, soccer, and baseball to high school
athletes. Readers will learn about tryouts, exercises and drills, what coaches are looking for in players, and what
life is like in collegiate and professional sports. Each volume includes quotes from professionals in the sport,
informational sidebars, and source notes to facilitate deeper research.

Teen Life Skills • Page 52
A lot of teens have no idea how to dress for a job interview or how to arrange for utilities in a newly rented
apartment or how to avoid running up a huge credit card bill. The Teen Life Skills series provides teens with a
solid and practical introduction to, well, real life. Real-world examples, relevant facts, and fully documented quotes
from teens and experts bring concepts to life for a down-to-earth look at topics including managing money, living
on your own, and getting a job.

New Single Titles Covering Today’s Hottest Topics

Citizen Science: How Anyone Can Contribute to Scientific Discovery Page 28
Crisis on the Border: Refugees and Undocumented Immigrants Page 10
Rehab or Punishment: What to Do About Drug Crimes Page 10 New
The Suicide Epidemic New Page 21 Imprint!
Teen Guide to Mental Health Titles Page 22
Teens and Vaping Page 22

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