Sherri Mabry Gordon
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It's hard to believe, but there was a time not long ago when girls and women were discouraged from participating in sports. Thanks to the women who ignored society's rules and also to a piece of legislation called Title IX, girls in the United States-and around the world-began flocking to tracks, fields, and courts to enjoy all the benefits that come from playing a sport. This book celebrates women athletes through the ages, from early Olympians to...
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What receiver would you want to be going long for a pass in the end zone when the clock is running low and the team is behind? Jerry Rice? Randy Moss? Terrell Owens? The exciting narrative of this title introduces readers to the top NFL wide receivers of all time, including their roads to professional careers, from college championships to the NFL field. Plenty of full-page photos and exciting statistics add to this informative and entertaining read....
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Readers find out how to produce professional looking business letters. In addition, they'll learn how to write resumes, memos, proposals, reports, even e-mails and faxes. And once readers know how to write their business document, they'll find out the best way to present it as well as get it where it has to go.
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When you get your first paycheck, the impulse is to spend it right away. After all, there's the new smartphone and video game system you want, but if you choose to spend quickly, you'll find your money disappears, fast. How do you avoid this common mistake? Smart money management and budgeting. Be prepared for your first paycheck. Plan a budget. Save. This book shows readers the basics to managing money, provides smart ways to save and spend, and...
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In the era of social media and viral videos, public shaming is a serious threat to teens. Public shaming is more than just feeling a little embarrassment. It can be dangerous and even deadly. Through firsthand accounts by teens who have experienced it and insights from experts, readers can learn how best to recognize and rise above public shaming.
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When it comes to bipolar disorder, getting an accurate diagnosis is often the first step toward healing. For anyone struggling with the highs and lows of this mental illness, this book will be extremely helpful and insightful. Filled with real-life stories as well as practical advice and solutions, this volume will quickly become a go-to resource for information on bipolar disorder. This text is geared to help readers tackle this illness head on,...
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How do you know when you're being abused? And what's the best way get out of an abusive situation? How do you help someone you suspect is being abused? With a compassionate approach, this book clarifies abuse and its circumstances, spells options for help, and suggests what communities can do to help end the violence.
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Most people use a gas-powered vehicle of some kind on a daily basis. But what would happen if we were to run out of gas? This book evaluates a situation quickly coming to the forefront of our cultural consciousness. Through expert analysis, informational text, and seminal public documents, the problem is assessed and evaluated in a manner that makes readers understand the urgency of the situation. Take Action boxes provide suggestions on what teens...
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Considered one of today's hottest young actors, Josh Hutcherson took Hollywood and the world by storm with his performance in The Hunger Games. From the time that he was little, Josh knew that he wanted to be an actor, and he got his first role at age nine. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores Josh's acting career as well as his past and future plans.
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Breaking up hurts, and it can be hard to cope. A breakup is something almost everyone must go through, especially when staying together is unhealthy. Teen readers will not only learn how to survive and move on after a breakup, but how to grow stronger along the way. From discovering what went wrong to avoiding common break-up mistakes, this book offers everything a teen needs to survive the end of a relationship, including one ended via text message....
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Conventional energy sources such as oil and coal will not last forever, and they pose a threat to our earth through polluting and causing climate change. Author Sherri Mabry Gordon explores different types of energy, such as wind and solar, explaining how they work and what their advantages are. She also outlines ways kids can save energy and use it more wisely.
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Negative words and actions are powerful tools used to discriminate against underprivileged populations. Most people see social injustices like classism and want to speak out against them, but they may not know how to begin. In this book, readers will learn not only how to spot classism, but also how to stand up for themselves and others in effective ways. This book contains tools on dealing with the issues surrounding social class, particularly by...
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What is it like to have a food allergy? For a person with food allergies, the most common foods, such as milk, eggs, or peanut butter, can cause a life-threatening reaction. Readers find out what it is like to have a food allergy, ways to cope with food allergies, the causes of food allergies and what scientists are doing to combat them.
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Upper-level readers will learn about Food Network star Tyler Florence's roots and style, how he got his start in the industry, and how he got involved in food competitions through full-color photos and direct quotations. The text also provides details about becoming a chef and recipes they can try themselves.