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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

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

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

Book 4
Book 4

Gangs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Book 11
Book 11

Immigration

Book 12
Book 12

Rainforests

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

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

Book 15
Book 15

Myths & Legends

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

Book 16
Book 16

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

Book 17
Book 17

Superbugs

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(3 reviews) 5 3
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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

(1 review) 5 1
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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

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

Book 32
Book 32

Castles

(2 reviews) 5 2
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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

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

Book 36
Book 36

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

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

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

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

(2 reviews) 4 2
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Book 40
Book 40

Video Games

Book 44
Book 44

AIDS

Book 45
Book 45

Fracking

Book 48
Book 48

Health Care

Book 49
Book 49

Hoarding

Book 50
Book 50

Hate Crimes

Book 54
Book 54

Bioethics

Book 55
Book 55

Stem Cells

Book 56
Book 56

Methamphetamine

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

Book 59
Book 59

Body Image

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

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

Book 64
Book 64

Gun Control

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

Book 70
Book 70

Self-Injury

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

Book 73
Book 73

Drug Abuse

Book 75
Book 75

Oil Spills

Book 76
Book 76

Poverty

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

Book 80
Book 80

Racism

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

Book 85
Book 85

Cliques

Book 87
Book 87

Gay Rights

Book 302
Book 302

Abortion

Book 355
Book 355

Terrorism

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    by Chris11

    So my boss asked me to read a short story to a class today. She chose the one about murder at a football club. Oh dear. Not age appropriate.  Hope the...

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