Shock. Disbelief. Pain. Embarrassment. These are just a few emotions victims of trolling and flaming might experience. Although trolling can be humiliating, there is still hope. Readers will encounter thoughtful and engaging ideas for how to cope with and heal from trolling, as well as a detailed list of 10 questions they can ask a professional about the experience. Useful tips help readers prevent it from happening in the first place and uncover commonly held myths about trolling. This essential 21st century resource can help any teen trying to cope with the intensely emotional experience of online trolling.
Negative words and actions are powerful tools used to discriminate against underprivileged populations. Most people see social injustices like classism and want to speak out against them, but they may not know how to begin. In this book, readers will learn not only how to spot classism, but also how to stand up for themselves and others in effective ways. This book contains tools on dealing with the issues surrounding social class, particularly by debunking the top ten myths that perpetuate classism to a list of questions that readers can ask a professional if they feel they have witnessed discrimination.
In the era of social media and viral videos, public shaming is a serious threat to teens. Public shaming is more than just feeling a little embarrassment. It can be dangerous and even deadly. Through firsthand accounts by teens who have experienced it and insights from experts, readers can learn how best to recognize and rise above public shaming.
Most people know that smoking is bad for their health. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, however, every day in the United States, more than 3,200 people ages eighteen and younger smoke their first cigarette. Many people don't believe they will become addicted; others choose to vape because they think it's a less dangerous alternative. This book delivers facts about the differences between smoking and vaping, effects on their short-term and long-term health, and how addiction works. Readers will learn strategies for dealing with peer pressure, how to handle addiction, and how to quit smoking altogether.
Nothing people do online is ever completely private or anonymous. With each technological advance in the connectivity of the internet comes additional opportunities for cybercriminals to have immediate access to an individual's life. This volume explains how personal and private information is at risk for theft and what people can do to keep it secure from hackers who want to steal information, money, and even their identity. Teens discover not only what tools and strategies these hackers are using to get to their information but what steps they can take to stay safe. Readers will understand password protection and learn how to use Wi-Fi safely.
Upper-level readers will learn about Food Network star Tyler Florences roots and style, how he got his start in the industry, and how he got involved in food competitions through full-color photos and direct quotations. The text also provides details about becoming a chef and recipes they can try themselves.
Breaking up hurts, and it can be hard to cope. A breakup is something almost everyone must go through, especially when staying together is unhealthy. Teen readers will not only learn how to survive and move on after a breakup, but how to grow stronger along the way. From discovering what went wrong to avoiding common break-up mistakes, this book offers everything a teen needs to survive the end of a relationship, including one ended via text message. Both sides, the dumper and the dumpee, are supported, helping teens learn how to handle things with compassion and sensitivity.
What receiver would you want to be going long for a pass in the end zone when the clock is running low and the team is behind? Jerry Rice? Randy Moss? Terrell Owens? The exciting narrative of this title introduces readers to the top NFL wide receivers of all time, including their roads to professional careers, from college championships to the NFL field. Plenty of full-page photos and exciting statistics add to this informative and entertaining read.
Readers today live in a digital age where various types of code power their world. From iPhones and iPads to the Apple Watch and Apple TV, code is the language that some of their favorite devices speak. Readers will get to know Apple Swift, the beginner-friendly programming language behind these devices and more. In this lively and informative book, readers will learn that with Swift, anyone can create cool apps. Not only will readers discover the fun they can have with Swift, they also learn why Swift is important and how learning more about it will benefit them.
Considered one of today's hottest young actors, Josh Hutcherson took Hollywood and the world by storm with his performance in The Hunger Games. From the time that he was little, Josh knew that he wanted to be an actor, and he got his first role at age nine. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores Josh's acting career as well as his past and future plans.
This guide helps readers learn not only how to develop a digital portfolio but also how to use the portfolio to improve their communication skills with key audiences. Readers will discover how to highlight the work that best communicates their �brand� or message and how to effectively demonstrate their strengths, experience, and interests. They will learn how to leverage digital portfolios to dialogue with everyone from teachers and students to prospective colleges and employers. Overall, this book teaches students that a digital portfolio is a powerful tool in helping them communicate with the world around them.
Discusses what it is like to live with food allergies, how teens and their families cope with them, the causes of food allergies, and the research being done to prevent and control them.
When you get your first paycheck, the impulse is to spend it right away. After all, there's the new smartphone and video game system you want, but if you choose to spend quickly, you'll find your money disappears, fast. How do you avoid this common mistake? Smart money management and budgeting. Be prepared for your first paycheck. Plan a budget. Save. This book shows readers the basics to managing money, provides smart ways to save and spend, and shows how to create a personal budget.
Its hard to believe, but there was a time not long ago when girls and women were discouraged from participating in sports. Thanks to the women who ignored societys rules and also to a piece of legislation called Title IX, girls in the United Statesand around the worldbegan flocking to tracks, fields, and courts to enjoy all the benefits that come from playing a sport. This book celebrates women athletes through the ages, from early Olympians to present powerhouses like Serena Williams and Missy Franklin. Also included are chapter notes, a glossary, a further reading section containing books and websites, and an index.
What is it like to have a food allergy? For a person with food allergies, the most common foods, such as milk, eggs, or peanut butter, can cause a life-threatening reaction. Readers find out what it is like to have a food allergy, ways to cope with food allergies, the causes of food allergies and what scientists are doing to combat them.
Technology is a big part of everyone's life. From cell phones to the Internet, Facebook. texting, and gaming, we’re surrounded by it 24/7. In USING TECHNOLOGY: A HOW-TO GUIDE, author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores these forms of technology, looks at how they affect our lives, and points out how kids can stay safe.
How do you know when you're being abused? And what's the best way get out of an abusive situation? How do you help someone you suspect is being abused? With a compassionate approach, this book clarifies abuse and its circumstances, spells options for help, and suggests what communities can do to help end the violence.
Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely.
Discusses the debate between teaching evolution and intelligent design in schools, including the history of teaching Darwinism in science classes, and the arguments from both sides of the issue"--Provided by publisher.
Discusses the various types of abuse teenagers face, including both domestic and dating abuse, the impact abuse has on teens, and several ways to help teens who suffer from some form of abuse"--Provided by publisher.
Most people use a gas-powered vehicle of some kind on a daily basis. But what would happen if we were to run out of gas? This book evaluates a situation quickly coming to the forefront of our cultural consciousness. Through expert analysis, informational text, and seminal public documents, the problem is assessed and evaluated in a manner that makes readers understand the urgency of the situation. Take Action boxes provide suggestions on what teens can do to help.
Millions of teenagers and adults download music from the Internet using a technology called peer-to-peer file sharing. With a few mouse clicks or taps on the screen, people can listen to their favorite songs without buying the album or tracks, and they can share them with their friends. Movies, games, and software can be shared as well. But most of this material is copyrighted, and downloading deprives the artists that created it. Find out what is legal and what is not!
When it comes to bipolar disorder, getting an accurate diagnosis is often the first step toward healing. For anyone struggling with the highs and lows of this mental illness, this book will be extremely helpful and insightful. Filled with real-life stories as well as practical advice and solutions, this volume will quickly become a go-to resource for information on bipolar disorder. This text is geared to help readers tackle this illness head on, while finding ways to find greater stability and fulfillment in life. Upbeat and positive, this resource encourages those with bipolar disorder to take control of their situations rather than let bipolar disorder control them.
Discusses the debate between teaching evolution and intelligent design in schools, including the history of teaching Darwinism in science classes, and the arguments from both sides of the issue"--Provided by publisher.
Technology is a big part of everyone's life. From cell phones to the Internet, Facebook. texting, and gaming, we’re surrounded by it 24/7. In USING TECHNOLOGY: A HOW-TO GUIDE, author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores these forms of technology, looks at how they affect our lives, and points out how kids can stay safe.
Discusses the various types of abuse teenagers face, including both domestic and dating abuse, the impact abuse has on teens, and several ways to help teens who suffer from some form of abuse"--Provided by publisher.
Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explains how peer-to-peer file sharing works, what is legal and what is not, and she explores new ways of using technology that can benefit everyone.
Considered one of today's hottest young actors, Josh Hutcherson took Hollywood and the world by storm with his performance in The Hunger Games. From the time that he was little, Josh knew that he wanted to be an actor, and he got his first role at age nine. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores Josh's acting career as well as his past and future plans.
Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely.
Upper-level readers will learn about Food Network star Tyler Florences roots and style, how he got his start in the industry, and how he got involved in food competitions through full-color photos and direct quotations. The text also provides details about becoming a chef and recipes they can try themselves.
In the era of social media and viral videos, public shaming is a serious threat to teens. Public shaming is more than just feeling a little embarrassment. It can be dangerous and even deadly. Through firsthand accounts by teens who have experienced it and insights from experts, readers can learn how best to recognize and rise above public shaming.
How do you know when you're being abused? And what's the best way get out of an abusive situation? How do you help someone you suspect is being abused? With a compassionate approach, this book clarifies abuse and its circumstances, spells options for help, and suggests what communities can do to help end the violence.
Readers find out how to produce professional looking business letters. In addition, they'll learn how to write resumes, memos, proposals, reports, even e-mails and faxes. And once readers know how to write their business document, they'll find out the best way to present it as well as get it where it has to go.
What receiver would you want to be going long for a pass in the end zone when the clock is running low and the team is behind? Jerry Rice? Randy Moss? Terrell Owens? The exciting narrative of this title introduces readers to the top NFL wide receivers of all time, including their roads to professional careers, from college championships to the NFL field. Plenty of full-page photos and exciting statistics add to this informative and entertaining read.
Negative words and actions are powerful tools used to discriminate against underprivileged populations. Most people see social injustices like classism and want to speak out against them, but they may not know how to begin. In this book, readers will learn not only how to spot classism, but also how to stand up for themselves and others in effective ways. This book contains tools on dealing with the issues surrounding social class, particularly by debunking the top ten myths that perpetuate classism to a list of questions that readers can ask a professional if they feel they have witnessed discrimination.
Its hard to believe, but there was a time not long ago when girls and women were discouraged from participating in sports. Thanks to the women who ignored societys rules and also to a piece of legislation called Title IX, girls in the United Statesand around the worldbegan flocking to tracks, fields, and courts to enjoy all the benefits that come from playing a sport. This book celebrates women athletes through the ages, from early Olympians to present powerhouses like Serena Williams and Missy Franklin. Also included are chapter notes, a glossary, a further reading section containing books and websites, and an index.
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