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As girls become young women, there are many changes that our bodies, brains and emotions go through, and expectations that need to be met. Using scientific facts, personal anecdotes and wisdom gained from the world around us, Bialik tells you how you grow from a girl to a woman biologically, psychologically and sociologically.
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When Russia's last tsar, Nicholas II, inherited the throne in 1894, he was unprepared to do so. With their four daughters (including Anastasia) and only son, a hemophiliac, Nicholas and his reclusive wife, Alexandra, buried their heads in the sand, living a life of opulence as World War I raged outside their door and political unrest grew into the Russian Revolution. Maneuvering between the lives of the Romanovs and the plight of Russia's peasants...
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The availability of both opioid prescription medications and powerful illicit drugs like heroin and fentanyl has resulted in a deadly epidemic of drug abuse. Opioids and opiates are not confined to poor neighborhoods or inner cities; addicted victims are dying in communities throughout the United States. This easy-to-read, comprehensive guide uses recent statistics and up-to-date guidelines from government health and criminal justice agencies to educate...
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"This story is true. All the characters are real and were alive during the great manhunt of April 1865. Their words are authentic and come from original sources: letters, manuscripts, trial transcripts, newspapers, government reports, pamphlets, books and other documents. What happened in Washington, D.C., that spring, and in the swamps and rivers, forests and fields of Maryland and Virginia during the next twelve days, is far too incredible to have...
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The influence of African Americans on music in the United States cannot be overstated. A large variety of musical genres owe their beginnings to black musicians. Jazz, rap, funk, R&B, and even techno have roots in African American culture. This volume chronicles the history of African American music, with spotlights on influential black musicians of the past and present. Historical and contemporary photographs, including primary sources, contribute...
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Over the past decade, use of the illicit drug heroin has been rising steadily in the United States. Heroin overdose deaths have also spiked, increasing by more than 50 percent between 2007 and 2016, according to the most recently available data from the Drug Enforcement Administration. Heroin use was once relatively rare in the United States, but drug cartels from Latin America have been steadily shipping large quantities into the country. The demand...
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Since the 18th century, African Americans have been contributing important works to American literature. However, their writing has been treated differently than those produced by white authors. Readers discover the challenges black authors have faced in having their work published and being taken seriously by critics and readers alike. Engaging sidebars and detailed photographs augment this comprehensive overview of the racism that still persists...
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Prescription opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone are highly effective for treating chronic pain, but they also have severe side effects, including significant potential for abuse. The misuse and abuse of prescription painkillers has become a serious global problem, affecting the health and economic welfare of societies worldwide. Fueling the problem of prescription opioid abuse are pill mills medical operations run by unethical or untrained...
10) Albert Einstein
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Discusses the life story of Albert Einstein and his many exciting discoveries in physics. His theories of special and general relativity forever changed the way that humans understand the workings of the universe. A true man of science, Einstein was also dedicated to helping causes he believed in.
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Discovered in the attic in which she spent the last years of her life, Anne Frank's remarkable diary has since become a world classic -- a powerful reminder of the horrors of war and an eloquent testament to the human spirit. In 1942, with Nazis occupying Holland, a thirteen-year-old Jewish girl and her family fled their home in Amsterdam and went into hiding. For the next two years, until their whereabouts were betrayed to the Gestapo, they and another...
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It's a full house for tonight's game . . . the stadium is rocking for a championship contest . . . fans are lined up around the block to get into the arena. And you're responsible for making sure they all have a good time. Sports venues big and small need creative, hard-working people to operate them. Do you have the organizational skills to succeed in this busy field? Put on your headset-and some running shoes-and get ready to take on the challenge....
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The whitewashing of roles in films and the lack of representation at awards shows such as the Oscars are only two of the career obstacles African American actors and filmmakers have historically faced. Although blackface is now taboo, racism is still prevalent in Hollywood. Readers explore the causes of the systemic oppression that has made it difficult for African Americans to break into the movie business. Through full-color photographs and primary...
14) Impeachment
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"When America's Founding Fathers were setting up the new government, they wanted to ensure their leaders would be held accountable. For that reason, they established rules and regulations around the practice of impeachment--the ability to charge, convict, and remove a public official should he or she become corrupted by power or fail to carry out the duties of the office. The impeachment process is rarely used, but its potential to alter the political...
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Journalist Walls grew up with parents whose ideals and stubborn nonconformity were their curse and their salvation. Rex and Rose Mary and their four children lived like nomads, moving among Southwest desert towns, camping in the mountains. Rex was a charismatic, brilliant man who, when sober, captured his children's imagination, teaching them how to embrace life fearlessly. Rose Mary painted and wrote and couldn't stand the responsibility of providing...
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"Beyond the 24-hour news cycles, the U.S. presidential election is a civic ritual with a rich and evolving history. This book explores the ways that presidential elections have developed over time, including the formation of the Electoral College, the extension of the right to vote to all citizens regardless of race or gender, and the shifting alliances of political parties, primaries, and conventions. Read on to learn the facts and become a more...
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"Learn the exciting sport of tracking animals in the wild. Discover clever strategies to outwit your prey and dramatically increase your overall hunting results. Included in Tracking and Hunting Your Prey are detailed instructions for the baits and lures that are the most effective for attracting different animals and which traps work best in different situations. You will also learn the best methods to overcome challenges such as dangerous animal...
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Being an athlete means taking care of your body . . . but athletes also know that they need help with that. Just as they depend on teammates in the game, they lean on experts away from the playing field. In this book, find out how health professionals make sure athletes of all kinds are ready when the whistle blows. Doctors, trainers, physical therapists, and even psychologists are needed by pro teams, universities, and individual athletes. Whether...
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The death of a friend is a wrenching event for anyone at any age and can spark feelings that range from sadness to guilt to anxiety. Teenagers especially need help coping with grief and loss. This sensitive book answers questions grieving teens often have, like "How should I be acting?" "How long will this last?" and "What if I can't handle my grief on my own?" The book also addresses the complicated emotions that can accompany the death of an acquaintance,...
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"A smart hunter is a well prepared one. Learn a handy routine for planning your hunting trip to guarantee excellent results. In Preparing for Your Hunting Trip, you will discover what items should always be included in your first aid kit to help protect you in an emergency, plus helpful strategies to enable you to survive in the wilderness if you become lost. From instructions how to pack clothing and gear to essential bush craft skills you will need...