Hot Topics: Sets 1 ? 6

Drug abuse, immigration, and gun violence are just some
of the pressing social and political issues readers discover as they explore the
whole story behind controversial topics. Readers are able to use what they've
learned to think critically when the news gives a limited picture of an issue or
when misinformation is shared on social media. Young adults are presented with
all the facts about these issues through informative main text, helpful charts
and graphs, and detailed sidebars, helping them understand the true scope of
each problem and form their own opinions about current events.

• Lists of
organizations to contact provide readers with resources for further information,
support, or ways to get involved on a local or global level

• Up-to-date
statistics and annotated quotes by experts in related fields help readers back
up their opinions with relevant facts

• Discussion questions facilitate
respectful debates and help readers think more deeply about their own point of
view