In the News: Set 4
This captivating set exposes the simple truth about some complex social conditions and issues, including organ and egg donation, incarceration, xenophobia, and the state of starvation in America. Each "hot topic" is presented in an accessible manner--with large font size for the high/low reader--while explaining historical and contemporary perspectives. The "Myths and Facts" sidebars quickly and effectively dispel common misconceptions. Readers will learn how these issues impact today's world and tomorrow.
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Series Review: In the News"The books would make great discussion starters for a social studies class looking at any of the topics and may make students more aware of those around them."
--Library Media Connection
Book Review: Egg Donation
"Egg donation is a controversial subject these days, and this book helps to explain the reasons and risks behind the procedure. Using plain text, the author describes the procedure itself in easy-to-understand but thorough terminology. She also describes several reasons for donating the eggs and for needing donated eggs. All in all, while geared to a younger audience, this is a great introduction to the medical procedure, and it presents both sides of the controversy. It is a good research tool."
--Carolyn Bason, Denton High School, Denton, Texas
