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Should Students Have to Learn Another Language?
by Elizabeth Morgan
Part of the Points of View series
As the world gets more connected, many people believe knowing other languages is a key to success. With this in mind, some schools make learning another language mandatory. Do you agree with this, or should students be able to opt out of learning a second language? Readers are asked this question and are then presented with arguments from people on both sides. As readers explore the unbiased main text, helpful fact boxes, and detailed chart breaking down different points of view, they are encouraged to develop their own informed opinion on a topic that directly affects them.
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Do Professional Athletes Make Too Much Money?
by Amy B. Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Professional athletes are often paid millions of dollars. Many sports fans believe athletes deserve to make a lot of money because they have special skills, make money for their teams and for the cities they play in by attracting fans, and often have short careers and deal with serious injuries. Others, however, believe they make too much money for playing a game and workers such as teachers should make more than athletes. Readers are invited to form their own opinion on this issue as they explore the accessible text, fact boxes, and a helpful graphic organizer.
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Should Peanuts Be Banned in Schools?
by Simon Pierce
Part of the Points of View series
Peanuts are one of the most common-and most deadly-allergens around the world and the rates of peanut allergies have been on the rise in the 21st-century. Fears about exposure to peanuts as well as the large number of people, who are affected by them have prompted some schools to ban peanut products. Are these bans effective? Are they fair to the people whose lunch options are thus, restricted? This objective text, augmented with engaging fact boxes and vibrant photographs, examines arguments on both sides of this relatable issue for young students.
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Is Technology Becoming Too Smart?
by Theo McDunn
Part of the Points of View series
As technology continues to advance at an exponential rate, people have begun to express fears about the abilities of smart devices. While these people worry about job security, data security, and the implications for law enforcement, others point out benefits such as streamlined production and exciting new inventions. Through fascinating fact boxes and an informative graphic organizer that enhance the main text, readers learn about the various points of view surrounding this STEM issue. Objective text encourages critical thinking to help the next generation of innovators come to their own conclusions about technology.
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Should Students Be Allowed to Protest at School?
by Emma Tunney
Part of the Points of View series
In the wake of the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, the number of student walkouts and other kinds of protests have risen dramatically. Gun control is not the only subject students protest, but as it made headlines across the country, adults debated how effective these walkouts were and how permissible they should be. Vivid photographs, intriguing fact boxes, and an informative graphic organizer help readers gain a deeper understanding of the issue of school protests to help readers make their own decisions about a topic that has huge effects on their own lives.
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Should All Children Get Vaccines?
by Naomi Osborne
Part of the Points of View series
The vaccination debate has made headlines across the United States in recent years, but news outlets often sensationalize this important health topic, leaving people with more questions than answers. As readers explore the arguments used by people on both
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Should Social Media Have Age Limits?
by Elizabeth Morgan
Part of the Points of View series
Most social media platforms have age limits, and many people often think this is a good way to keep young internet users safe. However, other people believe that the internet should be open to everyone, regardless of their age. Still others fall somewhere in the middle. Readers are introduced to the opinions and facts surrounding this debate through unbiased main text, colorful photographs, and helpful fact boxes. In addition, a clear graphic organizer summarizes the main points made by people on each side of this discussion to help readers develop their own informed opinion and strengthen their critical-thinking skills.
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Who Should See What You're Doing Online?
by Emma Jones
Part of the Points of View series
Privacy has always been a major concern for young people, and with the rise of laptops, tablets, and smartphones, it is much easier for them to hide what they're doing from adults. However, there are still ways for parents, teachers, and even the government to see what young people are doing online. Is this ethical? Is it necessary? These questions and more are posed as readers explore the complex issue of privacy in the digital age. Balanced main text, informative fact boxes, and visual elements such as photographs and graphic organizers give readers a comprehensive understanding of this topical issue.
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Why Are Some People Homeless?
by Emma Jones
Part of the Points of View series
Homelessness is a problem that affects millions of people around the world. When discussing important issues such as homelessness, it is important to understand the pertinent facts in order to form a solid argument. Readers are presented with those pertinent facts through enlightening main text and helpful text features, including fact boxes and graphic organizers. Full-color photographs accompany this vital information. People approach social issues such as homelessness from different points of view, and readers are introduced to new perspectives as they enhance their own critical thinking skills.
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Should We Keep Animals in Zoos?
by Nick Christopher
Part of the Points of View series
Are zoos ethical? There is not one right answer to this challenging question. Readers discover the different arguments that can be made in favor of and against zoos. These different points of view are presented with relevant facts to support them, encouraging readers to understand the different sides of the debate surrounding zoos. Clear main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and detailed graphic organizers help readers make their own informed opinion. Full-color photographs are included to enhance a reading experience that sharpens essential critical thinking skills and encourages readers to approach controversial topics with an open mind.
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Should Plastic Bags Be Banned?
by Jennifer Lombardo
Part of the Points of View series
Plastic bags are being banned in many places, but is this the right thing to do? Readers will be able to answer this question for themselves in an informed way after they explore the environmental, economic, and legal sides to the debate surrounding plast
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Should Kids Get an Allowance?
by Sophie Washburne
Part of the Points of View series
Both kids and adults often have strong feelings about children being given an allowance. Before young people take a side, it's important for them to learn the basic arguments and facts on both sides of this debate. They're able to do this with the help of
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Does Technology Make People Lazy?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
Technology has made life easier for people around the world, but is that necessarily a good thing? Some people believe technology has made people lazier, but others believe it actually makes people more productive. Readers deepen their understanding of this debate through detailed main text, concise fact boxes, a helpful graphic organizer, and relatable photographs. As they read, they're asked to challenge their own beliefs and develop their own informed opinion that they can back up with relevant facts. This reading experience engages critical-thinking skills and encourages a healthy respect for opposing viewpoints.
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Is It Wrong to Eat Meat?
by Kate Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Why do some people choose not to eat meat? Is it wrong to eat an animal that was once alive? These questions are complex and challenge young people's critical-thinking skills, and they form the backbone of this inside look at the debates surrounding vegetarianism, veganism, and eating meat. As readers explore this topic through engaging main text, accessible fact boxes, a detailed graphic organizer, and colorful photographs, they're introduced to different points of view and the facts used to support these differing viewpoints. This teaches young readers the importance of understanding differing perspectives and using facts to inform an opinion.
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Should Students Have to Take Tests?
by Robert M. Hamilton
Part of the Points of View series
Most students would gladly stop taking tests, but is that really the best thing for them? Through enlightening main text, detailed fact boxes, colorful photographs, and helpful graphic organizers, readers are presented with opposing points of view on the importance of testing students. Readers are encouraged to use the information they discover to form their own opinions and back those opinions up with relevant facts. By exposing readers to multiple points of view, this text instills in them an appreciation for respectful debate and vital critical thinking skills.
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Should Students Go to School All Year Round?
by Elizabeth Morgan
Part of the Points of View series
In some parts of the world, students go to school all year. Is this a good idea? Readers ask themselves this question as they explore different arguments for and against year-round schooling. As they discover these different points of view, they learn the importance of respecting other opinions. The informative main text is supplemented by fact boxes, which readers can use to develop their own informed opinion on this topic. Full-color photographs and a helpful graphic organizer enhance the reading experience, keeping young readers engaged as they develop essential critical-thinking skills.
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Are Video Games Too Violent?
by Nick Christopher
Part of the Points of View series
Violence in the media is a major topic of debate, and video games are often at the center of these debates. Are they too violent? Does playing a violent video game have any impact on a young person becoming violent themselves? Readers are encouraged to form their own answers to these challenging questions and to back them up with facts from the enlightening text. A detailed graphic organizer, vivid photographs, and helpful fact boxes are also included to guide readers as they explore the many facets of this controversial issue.
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Are Group Projects Helpful for Students?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
Group projects are often a challenging exercise for students. Are the benefits worth the challenges? Readers learn to develop their own informed answer to that question as they explore the different sides to the debate surrounding group projects. The unbiased main text presents different points of view alongside relatable photographs and fact boxes with information readers can use to support their argument. In addition, a detailed graphic organizer completes this critical thinking exercise that applies to many readers' personal experiences. This introduction to the process of respectful debating is an essential tool for today's world.
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Should Students Have to Do Community Service?
by Amy B. Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Community service is often an enriching experience, but should it be mandatory for all students? This is the question readers explore as they learn about both sides of a debate that directly affects them. As readers learn the reasons people feel strongly in favor of and against making service hours mandatory for young people, they are encouraged to think for themselves about where they stand on this issue. They're also invited to use the information presented in fact boxes to support their opinion. Colorful photographs of relatable students and a helpful graphic organizer enhance this exercise in critical thinking.
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Are Humans Causing Climate Change?
by Naomi Osborne
Part of the Points of View series
The topic of climate change often inspires very strong feelings, and it can sometimes be difficult to sort through the feelings to find the facts. That's exactly what readers are able to do in this helpful guide to this important debate. Balanced, unbiased.
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Should We Pay for Water?
by Robert M. Hamilton
Part of the Points of View series
Water is a natural resource we need to survive. Knowing this, is it right that we have to pay for it? Readers explore the different ways this challenging question can be answered, developing strong critical thinking skills as they evaluate arguments for and against paying for water. Essential facts needed to understand each point of view are presented through age-appropriate text, informative fact boxes, and clear graphic organizers. Vivid photographs keep readers engaged as they learn the information necessary to develop their own informed opinion and to respect the opinions of others when discussing this important issue.
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Are Some Sports Too Dangerous for Kids?
by Amy B. Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Sports are fun, but they can be dangerous, too. As more information becomes available about concussions and other injuries, many people have wondered if certain sports, such as football, are too dangerous for kids to play. People often have strong opinions about this topic, and readers are introduced to these opinions in a way that enhances their critical-thinking skills. The facts readers need to develop their own informed opinion are included in the thoroughly researched main text and accompanying fact boxes. A graphic organizer and full-color photographs help readers visualize the many parts of this complex issue.
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Do Music and Art Classes Matter?
by Robert M. Hamilton
Part of the Points of View series
When schools need to cut their budgets, music and art classes are often some of the first things to go. Why do some people feel these classes are unnecessary? Why do others feel they're essential? These two questions are at the heart of what readers will find as they explore this essential education debate. The engaging text challenges them to understand why people have different points of view and to form their own point of view using facts, which they find in accessible fact boxes. With graphic organizers and colorful photographs filling the pages, readers will enjoy this critical-thinking exercise.
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Should School Lunches Be Free?
by David Anthony
Part of the Points of View series
School lunches should be free for all students. Some people might strongly agree with this statement, while others might strongly disagree. In order to engage in a debate about this topic that affects readers' everyday lives, readers first need to understand both sides. They are able to do this with the help of balanced main text, fact boxes, and graphic organizers. Different points of view are clearly presented to readers, who are encouraged to think critically about an issue that would impact them and their families. This valuable reading experience is enhanced through the use of colorful photographs.
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Are School Uniforms Good for Students?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
Some students wear uniforms to school each day. Others do not wear uniforms. Is one approach better than the other? Readers are immersed in the debate surrounding school uniforms through the use of informative text that presents multiple points of view. Eye-catching fact boxes, detailed graphic organizers, and full-color photographs enhance this engaging reading experience. Readers are encouraged to keep an open mind and developed an informed opinion as they explore the many sides of an issue that would directly affect them.
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Is Virtual Learning Good for Students?
by Layla Owens
Part of the Points of View series
Virtual learning became the reality for most students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The debate over virtual learning has many strong arguments on both sides. While one side argues that virtual learning provides a flexible schedule and comfortable home environment for students, the other side argues that students from low-income households and with special needs can fall behind. This book explores several arguments on both sides of the virtual learning debate. Readers are encouraged to think for themselves using facts and their own experience. This timely topic gives readers a chance to exercise the important life skill of critical thinking.
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Does Voting Matter?
by Leslie Beckett
Part of the Points of View series
Society can be cynical at times, and this can lead to apathy. One example of this is the question of whether or not a person's individual vote in an election actually matters. Readers are exposed to the different points of view about this hot-button topic, and they learn to develop their own viewpoint about the democratic process and to back it up with relevant facts. They discover those facts in the engaging main text, eye-catching fact boxes, and helpful graphic organizers. Colorful, relatable photographs also help readers see how this debate is reflected in the world around them.
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Is It Wrong to Ban Books?
by Mary Austen
Part of the Points of View series
When people discuss the idea of banning books, they are also discussing much broader concepts, including censorship, basic freedoms, and the power of religious and political institutions. These challenging topics are presented in accessible ways as readers explore the debate surrounding banned books. As they immerse themselves in many viewpoints surrounding this debate through engaging text, fact boxes, vibrant photographs, and graphic organizers, they discover the importance of developing an informed, independent opinion about issues that affect their lives.
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Should Boys and Girls Go to Separate Schools?
by Amy B. Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Some people strongly believe boys and girls should go to separate schools. Others believe this separation isn't good for students. People on each side of this debate use different facts to support their point of view. Readers discover these facts and how they're used to support opinions in this engaging critical thinking exercise. As the main text encourages respect for other opinions, fact boxes, graphic organizers, and vibrant photographs provide additional information and exciting visual elements. Gender equality is an important issue, and this look at gender and education provides an accessible introduction to this topic for elementary readers.
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Should Junk Food Be Banned in Schools?
by Riley Lawrence
Part of the Points of View series
The debate over junk food in schools brings up important points about childhood obesity, public health, and personal choice. All these issues are addressed as readers view arguments both for and against banning junk food in school cafeterias. The balanced, fact-filled text encourages readers to develop their own informed opinions about this issue that directly affects their lives. Colorful photographs, a detailed graphic organizer, and additional fact boxes enhance the main text to give readers a comprehensive understanding of this ongoing debate.
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Should We Trust the News?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
'Fake news' is a term used by politicians and on social media. It can be difficult to know what news sources to trust, or if any can be trusted. The question of whether or not we should trust the news is at the center of this critical thinking exercise, which is also an accessible introduction to media literacy. As the informative main text details each side of this debate, fact boxes present statistics readers can use to back up their point of view. In addition, a helpful graphic organizer and full-color photographs act as engaging visual learning tools.
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Should the Voting Age Be Lowered?
by Leslie Beckett
Part of the Points of View series
As young people are becoming louder voices for change, the idea of lowering the voting age has been brought up more often. While some people believe this would encourage teenagers to become more active citizens, others believe there are good reasons to keep the voting age at 18. As readers explore both sides of this debate, they learn essential facts to form and back up their own informed opinion on this topic, which has real implications for their future. Fact boxes, graphic organizers, and full-color photographs enhance the objective main text, creating a reading experience that enhances critical thinking skills.
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Should Bullying Be a Crime?
by Emma Jones
Part of the Points of View series
Bullying is a serious problem, and some people believe it should be considered a crime. However, others believe that takes things too far. These different viewpoints can affect antibullying policies, so it's important for readers to understand why people hold these opposing points of view. As readers explore this debate in depth, they're aided by accessible text, eye-catching fact boxes, and a detailed graphic organizer. Full-color photographs help readers register this important issue, which directly affects them. As readers sharpen their critical thinking skills by exploring a controversial issue, they're encouraged to develop their own informed opinions about bullying.
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Is Television Bad for Kids?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
Is television bad for kids? This question has been asked by parents, scientists, and more ever since television sets first entered people's homes, and different people have come up with different answers. As readers are challenged to form their own opinions about the effects of television on young people like them, they strengthen their critical thinking skills and learn to respect a variety of viewpoints. The unbiased main narrative is presented alongside fact boxes that help readers find relevant data to back up their opinions. In addition, a comprehensive graphic organizer and full-color photographs enhance the reading experience.
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Is It Our Job to Protect the Environment?
by David Anthony
Part of the Points of View series
Many people believe humans have a responsibility to take care of the planet. However, other people believe it isn't their job to protect the environment. Readers discover the facts behind these two opposing points of view and how those points of view determine people's actions. Along the way, they examine their own opinion on this topic, which aligns with common science curricula, and learn to use facts to back up their opinion. Fact boxes, graphic organizers, and vibrant photographs come together to create an eye-catching design that enhances this exploration of critical-thinking skills.
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Should Schools Have Dress Codes?
by Layla Owens
Part of the Points of View series
Most schools have at least some form of a dress code. However, some people believe dress codes are restrictive and unnecessary. Is one approach better than the other? Readers are immersed in the debate surrounding school dress codes through the use of informative text that presents multiple points of view. Eye-catching fact boxes, detailed graphic organizers, and full-color photographs enhance this engaging reading experience. Readers are encouraged to keep an open mind and develop an informed opinion as they explore the many sides of an issue that directly affects them.
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Should Cell Phones Be Allowed in Classrooms?
by Lorraine Harrison
Part of the Points of View series
Many young people have their own cell phones, and they use them to connect with family and friends and to easily find information. This can pose a problem in schools, as cell phones become a distraction or a tool used to cheat on tests and quizzes. Many people have strong opinions on cell phone use in schools, and this debate opens up important questions about students' rights. Readers are introduced to this debate through balanced text and a graphic organizer that clearly present the arguments on both sides. Fact boxes and full-color photographs enhance this crucial critical-thinking exercise.
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Do Kids Need Recess?
by Amy B. Rogers
Part of the Points of View series
Many young students enjoy recess, but some schools have started to phase out this period of playtime in favor of test preparation and more time in the classroom. Is this helping or harming children? Readers learn how to answer that question for themselves in an informed way with the help of balanced text that shows both sides of this debate. Fact boxes provide additional statistics and other essential information, while a helpful graphic organizer presents a creative way to develop critical-thinking skills. Relatable full-color photographs create a deeper sense of engagement as readers learn to respect other points of view.
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Should Gun Control Laws Be Stronger?
by Judy Thorpe
Part of the Points of View series
With the tragic rise in school shootings in recent decades, gun control is increasingly becoming a matter on which children are qualified to weigh in. However, without an understanding of what gun control measures are being proposed and debated, it is impossible to formulate an informed opinion. Full-color photographs and engaging fact boxes augment this informative narrative, which provides readers with a deeper understanding of why the gun control debate is so divisive. A list of resources provides a starting point for readers to gain additional insight as they form their own intelligent opinions on gun control laws.
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Is the Electoral College Necessary?
by Meghan Green
Part of the Points of View series
Every four years, presidential elections renew the longstanding debate about whether the Electoral College is a beneficial or detrimental part of the voting process. Some people believe the popular vote should be sufficient. Others fear this would result in a president being elected without a clear majority. Understanding how the Electoral College works and formulating an opinion about it is a key part of becoming an informed voter. With the help of full-color photographs and informative fact boxes, this volume allows the next generation of voters to form and support their own opinions about this prominent system.
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Should Student-Athletes Be Paid?
by Anna Collins
Part of the Points of View series
Most people agree that student-athletes work hard at their sports and their studies, but opinions differ about whether they should be paid. Is playing a sport just like any other job, or is it an extracurricular activity? Do athletes deserve monetary compensation for putting their bodies on the line, or is a scholarship reward enough? These and other issues are explored through alternating viewpoints and fact boxes. A list of resources gives readers a starting point for further research. By gaining a deeper understanding of both sides, young student-athletes can decide for themselves whether they should be paid.
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Are Students Given Too Much Homework?
by Katie Kawa
Part of the Points of View series
Students have always complained about the amount of homework they've been given, but informed debates about homework and its impact on students' lives and mental health have become more common in recent years. Readers are encouraged to understand both sides of the debate and to form their own opinion as they explore informative main text and fact boxes featuring relevant statistics. A detailed graphic organizer and full-color photographs work with the unbiased text to create a relatable reading experience that challenges readers to strengthen their critical-thinking skills as they study different ways to view a topic that directly affects them.
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Should Citizens Be Required to Vote?
by Leslie Beckett
Part of the Points of View series
In some countries, citizens are required to vote in elections, but in the United States, citizens are free to choose not to vote. This had led to low voter turnout in many elections, and some people think making voting mandatory for American citizens would help the democratic process. Why do they believe this, and why do others strongly disagree with them? Readers explore these opposing points of view through unbiased main text, fact boxes, vibrant photographs, and a helpful graphic organizer. This creative look at democracy around the world encourages the development of informed opinions and critical-thinking skills.
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Should the United States Help Other Countries?
by Maya Morrison
Part of the Points of View series
Foreign aid is a controversial topic that has only grown more heated since the 2016 U.S. presidential election. Some people believe it's necessary for the United States to help other countries. Others say giving away financial aid hurts the United States and doesn't help the countries receiving it in the long run. Full-color photographs and engaging fact boxes enhance the objective main text as it explores all sides of this delicate issue.
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Should Animal Testing Be Banned?
by Riley Lawrence
Part of the Points of View series
Animal testing is a controversial practice, and many people have strong feelings about it. Understanding both sides of the debate about animal testing is crucial for the development of an informed opinion about this issue. Through unbiased main text and fact boxes, readers are presented with information and statistics used by those who support and oppose animal testing, and they are encouraged to use what they learn to decide where they stand. This critical-thinking exercise is enhanced through the use of full-color photographs and a well-designed graphic organizer.
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Is It Important to Buy American Goods?
by Donna Reynolds
Part of the Points of View series
Some people believe Americans should make an effort to buy goods made in the United States. Others think that it doesn't matter where something is made. Thanks to allowances, many children are consumers in their own right. They should strive to make ethical decisions about where their money is spent. Through alternating viewpoints, complemented by fact boxes and a graphic organizer, this objective narrative explores both sides of the argument so readers can develop their own intelligent opinions and make informed choices about how they spend their money.
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Is Social Media Helpful or Harmful?
by Jennifer Lombardo
Part of the Points of View series
Social media is pervasive in today's culture. It is nearly impossible to avoid it completely. Opinions are divided on whether this has made life better or worse. Young people today are the first generations to grow up with this new form of communication and entertainment. Will it be helpful or harmful to them? Augmented by full-color photographs and informative fact boxes, this engaging narrative explores this question so readers understand both sides of the issue. This is a key element of being able to form intelligent opinions, helping your readers make informed decisions about their social media use.
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Should the United States Have Open Borders?
by Amy Holt
Part of the Points of View series
As immigration becomes an increasingly important and controversial issue, it is important for everyone living in the United States to understand the opinions surrounding it. What does it mean for a country to have open borders? Should the United States adopt this policy or a different one? Readers learn the basics of immigration with this engaging volume that presents both sides of the debate surrounding border security and open borders. Intriguing fact boxes and striking photographs enhance the informative text, giving readers a foundation upon which to build their own intelligent views on this crucial topic.