Greenhaven publishing llc jul 2009 (9 risultati)

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - It's 10 p.m., Do you know where your children are The sound of this classic public service announcement filled living rooms across the nation between 10 p.m. and 11 p.m. for decades. The question raises the issue that parents must always monitor their children to keep them close, and therefore safe. Is this form of control constitutional Furthermore, is it effective This anthology interprets the issue of teen curfew from various perspectives.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Should couples be required to obtain a license before having children Would mandated parenting licenses infringe on parental rights Do men have the right to refuse parenthood To what degree do mentally disabled people face biases in parenting rights This informative anthology tackles issues related to parenthood. Diverse voices offer various perspectives on these contentious issues, allowing readers to gain insight into the nuances of this complicated topic.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - College tuition is higher now than at any point in history, and current and former students are accruing record amounts of debt, over a trillion dollars, by some estimates. How can something as essential as education cost so much Is education a right or is it a privilege Supporting Social Studies curriculum, this anthology analyzes the patterns of tuition from conflicting points of view. Should students be responsible for paying their way through college, or does the community share the load and benefits of higher education Readers will learn about the varied factors and key ideas catalyzing the rising cost of college and some novel solutions to the problem.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The United States has been involved in Afghanistan since 2001. How should the United States proceed in its mission to help Afghanistan Should NATO help Afghanistan and its neighbors cooperate Or should NATO commit to an indefinite future in the region Should the United States involve Pakistan Should American troops promote grassroots support at the local level Should NATO forces withdraw immediately This anthology interprets these questions about the ongoing commitment in Afghanistan. Readers gain a nuanced perspective straight from the experts active in the conversation.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Few topics are as divisive as drug use in America. With select states legalizing recreational and medical marijuana, many readers may be wondering about the current nuances in the views on marijuana. The extensive edition tackles the topic from a series of varying perspectives, allowing readers to analyze and assess this controversial issue.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Is public funding problematic for stem cell research Should the government play a larger role in funding and overseeing stem cell research Are a majority of American misinformed about stem cell research This informative edition supports Social Studies curriculum as it tackles these questions to give readers a diversified view of the many stakes and debates taking place surrounding this topic. Includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives; eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Can love overcome the tradition of violence between two feuding families Teenagers Romeo and Juliet attempt to beat the odds, overcoming prejudices and expectations that their parents and relatives cannot. William Shakespeare's play has resonated with audiences for centuries because it explores the messy confusion of growing up in a violent world. This compelling volume presents readers with a sketch of Shakespeare's youth and young adulthood; a series of essays exploring the theme of coming of age as it relates to Romeo and Juliet; and modern perspectives on love and adolescence in the twenty-first century, including discussion of topics such as suicide and violence among teens.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Editor N. Merino tackles the topic of racism, with this carefully curated collection of essays that answer pointed questions. Topics debated are whether racism is a serious problem, whether it is institutionalized in society and culture, whether affirmative action is effective against racism, and what should be done about racism.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Like all the other books in the Opposing Viewpoints series, this volume gives the power of knowledge and debate to the reader. Editor Kelly Wand explains what white-collar crime is, then gives the readers several opposing essays to consider about some highly-controversial views. Are corporations over-regulated Are these crimes committed by inherently dishonest people Are business schools creating white-collar criminals by failing to teach ethics Are those found guilty actually repaying their debts or skating off Readers will analyze the sides of these questions. An essay by Noam Chomsky will spur critical thinking, as he states that a criminal corporate elite is running the government and the media.…