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Crisis: Teen Mental Health at Risk

In 2021 the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and the ChildrenÎs Hospital Association declared that there was a national emergency in child and adolescent health. This title explores teen mental health problems, reasons for the crisis, what is being done to help teens, and what more can be done to help.

Crossing the Border

Immigration issues are an important topic in the United States. Terms such as ""border security,"" ""illegal immigrants,"" and ""deportation,"" are often said on news programs and written about in newspapers and online, but what do those terms really mean? How does the U.S. immigration policy and citizenship process affect real people? Readers explore the answers to these questions and many more as they are introduced to essential immigration topics.

Crossing the Deadline: Stephen's Journey Through the Civil War

When Stephen's father passes away in 1861, he and his mother and brother are left at the mercy of a cruel uncle. As the Civil War intensifies to the south, Stephen's brother enlists to fight for the Union and help support the family. The war drags on and Stephen, an accomplished bugler in the town band, is witness to the sad consequences of slavery. The opportunity to enlist as Colonel Eli Lilly's personal bugler arises and Stephen jumps at the chance. After surviving the Battle of Sulphur Trest

Cruzita and the Mariacheros

Cruzita dreams of becoming a pop star, but for now she has to help out at her family's struggling bakery, where nothing's been the same since her beloved great-uncle's death. And when she's not rolling uneven tortillas or trying to salvage rock-hard conchas, she has to take mariachi lessons, which she dreads even more. But as she gets past her self-consciousness about not being fluent in Spanish and discovers the heart and soul of mariachi music, she realizes that there's more than one way to be

Cryptid Files, The

Before her death, Vanessa's mother had been a researcher who chased adventure—pursuing myths, collecting artifacts, and detailing the sightings and evidence of cryptids, those elusive animals whose existence has not been widely accepted by modern science. Now it's Vanessa’s turn to start exploring—and to deal with her painful past.

Cryptid Guides: Creatures of Folklore (Crabtree Branches)  

In folklore, there are many different types of made-up creatures, such as vampires, as well as what are known as cryptids animals which may or may not exist such as sea monsters. This highly entertaining series takes a serious look at the possibilities of existence for a number of legendary creatures. Special sections look at their origin stories, where in the world they are thought to exist, a timeline of their history and recorded sightings, and their place in literature and popular culture. D

Cryptology (Alternator Books®)

Enter the exciting world of cryptology, the science of secret communications. Discover how cryptologists encode and decode messages and work to keep information secure. Learn about codes and cyphers, and explore the realm of digital currency and blockchain technology.

Cultures of the World (Fourth Edition)®

In the latest edition of these popular multicultural guides, readers explore the jungles of Vietnam, the savannas of Nigeria, the museums of France, and dozens more fascinating countries! Along the way, they discover the geography, history, and unique groups of people that have shaped each nation. Focused chapters highlight curriculum concepts such as economics, the environment, and governmental structures, but readers also get a comprehensive look at relatable cultural elements such as sports,

Cultures of the World (Third Edition)

All books of the critically-acclaimed Cultures of the Worldõ series ensure an immersive experience by offering vibrant photographs with descriptive nonfiction narratives, and interactive activities such as creating an authentic traditional dish from an easy-to-follow recipe. Copious maps and detailed timelines present the past and present of the country, while exploration of the art and architecture help your readers to understand why diversity is the spice of Life.

Curiosity's Mission on Mars: Exploring the Red Planet

Could life have previously flourished on Mars? Will humans be able to travel there one day? Can humans one day colonize the red planet? NASA scientists have been interested in answering questions like these for a long time. In November 2011, NASA sent the rover Curiosity to Earth's nearest planetary neighbour. By gathering information about Mars's climate and geology, the robot is helping scientists uncover the secrets of the planet and its past. Learn more about the red planet and see what else