Hot Topics Series

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Book 1
Book 1

Domestic Terrorism

This new title in Lucent's Hot Topic Series focuses on domestic terrorism. It will provide detail on how this terrorism ... MoreDomestic Terrorism

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Book 2
Book 2

Hot Topics Pack A of 4

An accessible but sophisticated series for teens that covers major issues in the news, as well as those that students fa... MoreHot Topics Pack A of 4

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Book 3
Book 3

Going Green

The Secret Knock Club is going green!Agnes and the other Secret Knock Club members are excited to be paired with kinderg... MoreGoing Green

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Book 4
Book 4

Gangs

Encourages children to think about an issue, and make decisions for themselves by giving them all the facts... MoreGangs

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Book 5
Book 5

Assisted Suicide

Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the delicate issue of assisted suicide and asks readers to think about w... MoreAssisted Suicide

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Book 6
Book 6

Terrorism and Security

Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the possible reasons why terrorism exists and the security measures take... MoreTerrorism and Security

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Book 7
Book 7

Internet Safety

Accessible yet sophisticated book that covers the risks involved in going on line and what you can do to protect yoursel... MoreInternet Safety

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Book 8
Book 8

Cyber Bullying

Cyber bullying involves using technology, like the Internet or cell phones, to bully or harass another person. This book... MoreCyber Bullying

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Book 9
Book 9

Cosmetic Procedures

Accessible yet sophisticated book explains cosmetic procedures in different cultures and the reasons for going through w... MoreCosmetic Procedures

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Book 10
Book 10

Designer Babies

Accessible yet sophisticated book that briefly explains the science behind "designer babies." What are the ethical conce... MoreDesigner Babies

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Book 11
Book 11

Immigration

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Book 12
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Rainforests

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Book 13
Book 13

Hot Topics Pack B of 5

An accessible but sophisticated series for teens that covers major issues in the news, as well as those that students fa... MoreHot Topics Pack B of 5

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Book 14
Book 14

Fair Trade

This book explains what Fair Trade is and where you can find Fair Trade products. It also discusses who it helps, who it... MoreFair Trade

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Book 15

Myths & Legends

Topics covering stories, myths, fables, fairy tales, and legends never fail to catch the imagination of children. ... MoreMyths & Legends

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Human Rights

What are human rights? Is there a set of global human rights that every person is entitled to? Should there be? This boo... MoreHuman Rights

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Book 17
Book 17

Superbugs

Superbugs, bacterial infections and diseases that have become immune to current antibiotics, are becoming more common. W... MoreSuperbugs

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Book 18
Book 18

Global Economy

What exactly is the global economy and how does it work? What are recessions and how do they happen? This book answers t... MoreGlobal Economy

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Book 19
Book 19

Genocide

This book explains what genocide is and gives several examples of it. It also explains the reasons why it happened. It t... MoreGenocide

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Book 20
Book 20

Hot Topics Pack C of 6

An accessible but sophisticated series for teens that covers major, often global issues in the news.... MoreHot Topics Pack C of 6

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Book 21
Book 21

Plastic Pollution

How do plastics harm the environment and our health? Is there really a Great Pacific Garbage Patch? If so, can it be cle... MorePlastic Pollution

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Book 22
Book 22

Assisted Suicide

Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the delicate issue of assisted suicide and asks readers to think about w... MoreAssisted Suicide

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Book 23
Book 23

The Legalization of Drugs

Accessible yet sophisticated book that covers the difficult issue of drug legalization. Can a case be made that it would... MoreThe Legalization of Drugs

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Book 24
Book 24

Offshore Oil Drilling

Accessible yet sophisticated book that covers risks behind off-shore oil drilling and asks readers to think about whethe... MoreOffshore Oil Drilling

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Book 25
Book 25

Olympics

The topics covered in this series are specifically chosen to help children to develop a sense of 'awe and wonder'. They ... MoreOlympics

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Book 26
Book 26

Weather and Climate

Weather and Climate is an important topic covering a wide range of subjects and areas of interest. From the evenin... MoreWeather and Climate

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Book 28
Book 28

The Dog That Stole Football Plays

This revised edition is now part of our Passport to Reading program! In this level 3 reader, Mike's telepathic dog Harry... MoreThe Dog That Stole Football Plays

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Book 29
Book 29

Inventions

The topics covered in this series are specifically chosen to help children to develop a sense of 'awe and wonder'. They ... MoreInventions

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Book 30
Book 30

Violent Crime

Accessible yet sophisticated book that encourages readers to think critically about why violent crime occurs and what th... MoreViolent Crime

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Book 31
Book 31

Fair Trade

This book explains what Fair Trade is and where you can find Fair Trade products. It also discusses who it helps, who it... MoreFair Trade

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Book 32
Book 32

Castles

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Book 33
Book 33

Cyber Bullying

Accessible yet sophisticated book that explains the growing problem of cyber bullying and offers good advice on how to d... MoreCyber Bullying

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Book 34
Book 34

HOT TOPICS DANGEROUS & DEADLY

One of a series of mini-information books on popular subjects, designed to stimulate children to learn at home, at schoo... MoreHOT TOPICS DANGEROUS & DEADLY

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Hot Topics: Minibeasts

Have you ever wondered how old the Earth is, or why the dinosaurs died out? These questions and many more are answered i... MoreHot Topics: Minibeasts

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Book 37
Book 37

Pirates

The topics covered in this series have been specifically chosen to help children to develop a sense of 'awe and wonder'.... MorePirates

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Book 38
Book 38

Space

The topics covered in this series are specifically chosen to help children to develop a sense of 'awe and wonder'. They ... MoreSpace

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Book 39
Book 39

Football Shorts

Big match writing from the best in the game... Billy's telling tall stories about his "famous" grandfather, Raphael sus... MoreFootball Shorts

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Book 40
Book 40

Video Games

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Book 42
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Global Warming

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Book 43
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AIDS

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Book 45
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Fracking

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Book 46
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Gay Marriage

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Book 47
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Nuclear Energy

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Book 48
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Health Care

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Book 49
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Hoarding

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Book 50
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Hate Crimes

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Book 52
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The Patriot ACT

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Book 53
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Organic Food

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Book 54
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Bioethics

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Book 55
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Stem Cells

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Book 56
Book 56

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine examines the synthetic chemical compound that has been declared a drug epidemic in 2006. This insightful... MoreMethamphetamine

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Book 57
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Book 59
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Body Image

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Book 60
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Reality T.V.

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Book 62
Book 62

Distracted Driving

This new title in Lucent's Hot Topic series focuses on the issue of distracted driving. The book describes exactly what ... MoreDistracted Driving

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Book 63
Book 63

Bullying

Explores pros and cons of several issues related to bullying including: whether the Internet is to blame, if schools are... MoreBullying

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Book 64
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Gun Control

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Book 66
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Sports Violence

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Book 68
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Book 69
Book 69

Teen Pregnancy

Finding yourself pregnant as a teenager is a scary thing. There are so many issues involved. Teen Pregnancy examines the... MoreTeen Pregnancy

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Book 70
Book 70

Self-Injury

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Book 71
Book 71

Timelines: The War in Afghanistan

The major conflicts of the 20th and early 21st centuries are presented as an extended timeline... MoreTimelines: The War in Afghanistan

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Book 72
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Civil Liberties

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Book 73
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Drug Abuse

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Steroid Abuse

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Book 75
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Oil Spills

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Book 76
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Poverty

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Book 77
Book 77

Teens and Alcohol

Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that sti... MoreTeens and Alcohol

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Book 80
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Racism

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Book 82
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Death Penalty

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Book 83
Book 83

Organ Transplants

Young people today are inundated with information but often lack the tools for understanding the complex issues that sti... MoreOrgan Transplants

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Book 85
Book 85

Cliques

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Book 87
Book 87

Gay Rights

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Abortion

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Terrorism

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