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56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1671-8$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book examines such topics as differences in brain size, performance on standardized tests, and sociological causes and effects as related to gender and intelligence. Though the text isn't nuanced, it effectively models balanced thinking. Numerous photographs, sidebars, and headings clutter the pages. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1670-1$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book examines such issues as potential harm from pesticides, differences in taste between organic and nonorganic food, treatment of animals, and environmental effects. Though the text isn't nuanced, it effectively models balanced thinking useful for beginning debaters. The numerous photographs, sidebars, and headings create busy pages. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1675-6$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book addresses the civil rights movement in the United States, including such topics as legal and social reforms and prejudice today (e.g., racial profiling); a case study of Hurricane Katrina helps ground the issue. Though it's not nuanced, the text effectively models balanced thinking for beginning debaters. The many photographs, sidebars, and headings clutter the pages. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1674-9$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book explores topics related to human genetic research such as biodiversity, genetic mutations, and legal and medical implications; it also touches on genetic research regarding animals and agriculture. Though the text isn't nuanced, it effectively models balanced thinking for debaters. Numerous photographs, sidebars, and headings make the pages busy. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1676-3$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This volume considers the question of substance use/abuse by athletes, including such issues as the possibility of accidental doping and whether one rule should apply to all sports; a case study of the Tour de France focuses many of the questions. Though the text isn't nuanced, it effectively models balanced thinking. The pages, including numerous photographs, sidebars, and headings, are busy. Websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1672-5$32.86
(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.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| July, 2008
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-1673-2$32.86
(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.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0356-5$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book provides definitions and history of modern art, giving examples of such artists as Picasso, and then looks at both sides of the question of public funding for the arts. Though it's not nuanced or deep, the text provides a useful introduction for beginning debaters. The many photographs, sidebars, and numerous headings make the pages busy. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0360-2$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book clarifies terms, quotes some research and opinions on both sides, suggests critical thinking and evaluation skills, and coaches readers in debate techniques. Though it's not nuanced or deep, the material reasonably introduces the subject of animal rights for beginning debaters. Photographs, charts, sidebars, and numerous headings clutter the pages. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0359-6$32.86
(4)
YA
What Do You Think? series.
This book defines key terms, lists economic advantages and disadvantages of immigration, considers human rights questions, and presents debate protocol as well as some further references. Though not nuanced, the text provides a useful introduction to the topic, beginning with a worldwide scope but focusing on U.S. immigration. The many photos, sidebars, charts, and numerous headings make the pages crowded. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0361-9$32.86
(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. Terrorists includes a reading list. Websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these What Do You Think? titles: Should We Ever Negotiate with Terrorists? and Do We Have a Right to Privacy?
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0357-2$32.86
(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?.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0354-1$32.86
(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. Terrorists includes a reading list. Websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these What Do You Think? titles: Should We Ever Negotiate with Terrorists? and Do We Have a Right to Privacy?
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0355-8$32.86
(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.
56 pp.
| Heinemann
| September, 2007
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-4329-0358-9$32.86
(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?.