Discusses specific cases of teenage violence, including satanic cult activities, racial and sexual attacks, gang violence, acquaintance rape, and school violence. Examines why teens exhibit aggressive behavior and surveys the juvenile justice system.
An illustrated exploration of volcanic eruptions that discusses why they occur, the damage caused by them, how they are studied, and other related topics; and includes statistics, resources, a glossary, and an index.
Discusses the history and meaning of Veterans Day, looks at some of the ways in which the holiday is observed, and includes photographs and an activity.
Discusses the history and meaning of Christmas, looks at some of the different ways in which the holiday is celebrated, and includes photographs and an activity.
Introduces children to the history of America's national anthem, describing how the song was created, what it means to the American people, and how it has come to symbolize the spirit of the United States.
Explains that Ellis Island was a center for processing immigrants arriving in the U.S., describes immigrants' journeys to America, and discusses discrimination against them in the early twentieth century.
