What's the Issue?: Sets 1 ? 3
Issues such as immigration, gender equality, and
diversity are often in the news, but it can be hard for young people to develop
a clear, unbiased sense of these challenging topics. However, this comprehensive
look at current events aims to help them do exactly that. Using accessible
language, relatable examples, and colorful photographs, this unique reading
experience helps children develop critical thinking skills and a more complete
understanding of the world around them. Fact boxes and graphic organizers
provide additional information about issues ranging from racism to climate
change, giving readers the data they need to back up their opinions.
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Balanced text helps readers learn to think independently and to recognize fake
news, media spin, and personal bias
? Historical information provides context
for issues such as free speech and political parties, serving as a strong
supplement to social studies curriculum topics and a way to tie those topics in
to current events
? Suggestions are given for age-appropriate ways readers
can become more deeply involved with causes they care about