A collection of facts, concrete advice, and thought-provoking questions designed to help teens cope with the aftermath of the September 11th, 2001, terrorist attacks, as well as other dangers in today's world.

Presents ideas and information to help teens better understand themselves and their place in society. Each chapter includes self-tests.

Describes the social and economic changes that occured in the United States between 1870 and 1900, and discusses immigration, struggles between management and labor, and the treatment of African Americans and Native Americans. (view table of contents)

This potentially lifesaving guide explains how to avoid crimes and dangerous situations through forethought and planning. The authors offer easy-to-implement suggestions from public safety experts, law enforcement officers, and security specialists for protecting family, home, car, and office. (view table of contents)

Describes the history and applications of biotechnology, focusing on how scientists develop new organisms by altering the genetic makeup of living things

A trip to the pond provides information about the plants and animals there and how they interact. Includes suggested activities such as making a food chain mobile and collecting snails from a pond.

Lists the many important things animals give us and the ways we use them.

A simple introduction to the various parts of the human body and their functions