(4) YA What Do You Think? series. This volume explores the question of extraterrestrial beings through scientific information and speculation, considering odds for and against the existence of life beyond Earth and possible ways to attempt communication. The numerous photos, sidebars, and headings make the pages busy. Though the text isn't nuanced, it models balanced thinking. This book is less fact-based than others in the series. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) YA What Do You Think? series. This book posits questions surrounding population growth (e.g., is there a natural limit to growth?), discussing issues such as consumption and climate change, and asks what people can do. Excerpts from articles and studies are offered as evidence for discussion. Though the text isn't nuanced, it effectively models balanced thinking. Numerous photographs, sidebars, and headings crowd the pages. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) YA What Do You Think? series. This book gives a brief history of homework, quotes research both for and against homework, and guides readers through a critical analysis of data. Though it's not nuanced or deep, the material provides a useful introduction to the subject for beginning debaters. The many photographs, sidebars, charts, and numerous headings make the pages busy. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(4) YA What Do You Think? series. These books clarify terms, quote some research and opinions on both sides, suggest critical thinking and evaluation skills, and coach readers in debate techniques. Though it's not nuanced or deep, the material reasonably introduces the subjects for beginning debaters. Photographs, charts, sidebars, and numerous headings make pages look busy. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these What Do You Think? titles: Is Nuclear Power Safe? and Is Television a Bad Influence?.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian