Hot Topics: Set 1

The relevance of hot topics such as racism, poverty, and immigration makes this series an appealing source that is accessible for student research. Each title provides a throrough, balanced presentation of the many issues surrounding the topic to foster critical thinking skills. Meaning is fleshed out through a clear presentation of context, and the narrative offers compelling examples and pertinent quotes from age-appropriate sources.

• Full-color photos, charts, and graphs
• Sidebars of related events, ideas, and first-person narratives
• Discussion questions to enhance critical thinking
• Annotated list of organizations to contact and bibliography
• Subject index