Rosen Verified: Current Issues

Throughout human history, societies around the world have developed varying concepts of gender that affect the roles its citizens play in their communities. There is an equally rich history of individuals who reject, subvert, expand, or explore the gender roles of their society. This book serves as an accessible introduction to the history of gender and conversations on gender identity happening today. It encapsulates complex social issues at a lower reading level while delivering content that appeals to a high school audience. High-quality photographs and interesting graphic organizers present important information in an appealing and engaging fashion.

Ninety-seven percent of actively publishing climate scientists agree that human behavior is changing the climate of our planet. What are the effects of this change, and what should humanity's next move be? This book summarizes the complexity of this highly relevant topic by using accessible language while providing content that is interesting and relevant to teen readers. It covers different perspectives of the effects of climate change and different arguments for how it should be addressed. Vivid photographs and appealing graphic organizers will attract challenged readers, making this volume a useful addition to your shelf.

As news media has moved past the requirement of using established, trusted sources, and as the cry of "fake news" is used for both false sources and facts that people dislike, it has become more difficult to know what to trust. With this informative book, readers will learn what clues and signs to watch for when reading, watching, or listening to news media. Useful tips will help them figure out when to look deeper on social media. Intriguing facts provide perspective to help them learn more about the role of the free press in society.

Gun violence doesn't have to be an unapproachable topic. This high interest, low reading level resource utilizes easily comprehensible timelines, maps, and reflective photographs to deliver an approachable guide to the complex issue of gun violence. Teens will gain insight into the history of gun violence as the narrative delves into the various social, economic, and cultural factors that have built the current landscape. Ending with an overview of gun violence prevention efforts and gun safety, this book encourages readers to engage in critical thinking in order to solve current issues and look toward the future.

Homelessness pervades America's cities and rural areas. Multiple factors force people into a life on the street, including job loss, mental illness, and drug addiction. Homelessness can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, marital status, and race. While it's important for societies to provide shelter, food, and support for homeless people, it's even more necessary to prevent people from becoming homeless in the first place. Young readers will benefit from this guide's concise language, vivid photographs, and helpful graphics. All readers will enhance their understanding of the factors that affect homelessness in America.

Immigration is one of the biggest issues facing the world today. In many areas of the world, significant numbers of immigrants and refugees attempt to leave their homes and make new homes in foreign countries. Not everyone is welcoming of these newcomers. Rifts between political parties expressing different points of view around this topic are dividing people more than ever. Written to engage high school students while also remaining accessible to those with lower reading level skills, this book will help enlighten young people about this divisive current issue.