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YA Non-Fiction Fall 25 (92 series)

The Dangers of Online Sports Betting

Legalized online sports betting has exploded in popularity, with one in five Americans today claiming to have an online betting account. Introductory deals and endless come-ons are designed to keep people placing sports bets on their smartphones and laptops. This book shows how the ease of online sports betting can lead to gambling addiction and serious personal problems.

The Israel-Hamas War

In October 2023 fighters from the Hamas militant group in the Gaza territory crossed over into neighboring Israel where they attacked civilians, ultimately killing some 1,200 people while kidnapping nearly 230 Israelis, taking them back to Gaza as hostages. The incident touched off the Israel-Hamas War in which Israel used its formidable military to attack Gaza; nearly 30,000 Palestinians lost their lives in the conflict. The Israel-Hamas War is the latest conflict in the long history of hostili

The Power of Music: Healing and Health

Numerous experiments and studies in recent years have shown conclusively that music, especially playing an instrument and/or singing on a regular basis, has many concrete health benefits. This volume first explains music3s varied effects on the human brain, then looks at how music helps people with movement disorders such as Tourette3s syndrome and Parkinson3s disease. Research also has demonstrated that anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues can be partially alleviated by music the

Thinking Critically

The Thinking Critically series introduces students to the complex issues that dominate public discourse and challenges them to become discerning readers, to think independently, and to engage and develop their skills as critical thinkers. Chapters are organized in a pro/con format, in which a single author synthesizes the predominant arguments for and against an issue into clear, accessible discussions supported by details and evidence including relevant facts, direct quotes and current examples

To the Stars: The Story of NASA

NASA has a rich history marked by remarkable achievements with origins that can be traced back to the National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics (NACA) in 1915. From those humble beginnings in the wake of the Space Race to its status as a global leader in space exploration, readers will learn how NASA has been at the forefront of scientific discovery, technological innovation, and international collaboration. NASA continues to inspire and push boundaries in the vast expanse of space. Award-winn

Too Much Plastic: How Did This Happen and What Can Be Done?

Modern life runs on plastic. Plastic is used in food wrappers, shampoo bottles, electronics, and lifesaving devices like IV tubes. Though it is cheap and easy to produce, lightweight, and sturdy, it comes with serious costs for human health and the planet. This book explores the fast-growing problem and proposed solutions.

Trans+: Love, Sex, Romance, and Being You

This groundbreaking, all-inclusive, uncensored, must-have guide is for teens who identify as transgender, nonbinary, gender non-conforming, gender fluid, or are questioning their gender identity or how they express themselves, and for their cis-allies and advocates. Gender is hard. Really hard, because it is made up; it's a way that humans have developed over the millennia to simplify how we see and interact with our complex and messy world and to classify and categorize all the people in it. Th

Turning Points in History (Honors)

Some events are so momentous that they change the course of a nation. Each book in this dramatic series explores an event in US history, providing an engaging overview of how it unfolded and the legacy it left behind. Short paragraphs provide easy-to-read text, while vivid photographs make each book engaging and accessible.

Voicing Dissent: The Power and Pitfalls of Student Protests

Student protests have a long history in the United States. For decades, students have used protest as a powerful tool to voice dissent, spotlight issues, and bring about meaningful change. Yet, protest activity can sometimes infringe on the rights of others, escalate into violence, and bring negative attention to the issues students want to highlight.

Where Have All the Birds Gone?: Nature in Crisis

Birds are nature's essential workers, and they are crucial members of ecosystems around the world. Hummingbirds pollinate our flowers; cardinals munch on beetles, grasshoppers, and other pests that damage crops; owls eat rodents that can spread disease; vultures clean up roadkill and other waste. Beyond their practical aspects, birds bring us joy through their songs and beautiful feathers. But since 1970, nearly 30 percent of all birds in the United States and Canada have vanished. Scientists ar