Most Popular Books by Kathiann M. Kowalski

Should you buy that smartphone at full price now or wait for the sale? Shopping can be fun but also stressful, especially on a teen-sized budget. That''s why it''s important to be a critical consumer. It''s easy to spend money, but how do you save? With helpful tips and math word problems, this book will show readers how to make smart financial decisions, avoid the bad deal, and get the most for their money.

Take a crash course in middle school social studies, and see how geography, history, and government can be powerful tools in todays world. Go global with geography at the grocery store. See how social media and government go together. You''ll soon discover that social studies are the real deal for real life.

"Examines Homeland Security in the United States after the tragedy of 9/11 and discusses the differences between keeping Americans safe and taking away their civil liberties"--Provided by publisher.

What is the judicial branch? It''s the part of government that''s in charge of our courts. But just what do the courts do? And how do they affect your daily life? Read this book to find out.

Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and text highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! What are checks and balances? They are limits that keep different parts of government from having too much power. But just what are these limits? And how do they help our government run more smoothly? Read this book to find out.

Discusses the past and current health care issues in America, and what steps could be made to improve it in the future.

Oh, the things you can buy with a small piece of plastic. It may seem like your first credit card is a ticket to buy anything you want, but be careful. Credit can be your best friend or your worst enemy if you don''t manage it right. Credit may help you pay for college or buy your first car. It can be a great financial tool, but you must learn to use it wisely. This book shows readers the various forms of credit, the best ways to use credit, and will help them manage their debt so they can build a strong financial future.

With 100 dollars in your pocket, you could buy new jeans, a pair of shoes, and a couple movie tickets. You might still have some left over, but what if you took that 100 dollars and invested it instead? In ten years, that 100 might turn into 1,000, even 10,000 dollars. Saving, planning, and smart investments can make your money grow. It might not be as much fun as spending it, but you''ll be much better off in the future. This book will help readers get started on the best ways to save money, learn about the stock market, and plan their financial future.

In the field of social policy, some topics are so complicated that they will always be subject to debate. Since no clear right or wrong exists, they are consigned to the gray areas of ongoing dispute. Among such issues "open for debate" both across America and in this eye-opening series are capital punishment, genetic engineering, gun control, and global warming. Others involve terrorism and chemical and biological warfare, two outright evils, though with highly disputable solutions. Open for Debate explores the past, present, and future to shed light on complex, high-priority public policy. A lucid, readily accessible format offers the pros and cons of each issue with opinions from social policy experts. It features sidebars of fascinating facts and easy-to-understand diagrams of key statistics. Open for Debate introduces future public policy thinkers to both sides of twenty-first-century, life-and-death concerns.

Explores the issues of poverty in the United States through real-life stories of poor people and the agencies and organizations available to help them.

Explains how many pathogens have evolved and become resistant to antibiotics, and examines the problems this causes around the world and how scientists might overcome them.

"Outlines the arguments of those both for and against affirmative action programs and the history behind such programs"--Provided by publisher.

"Discusses the Scopes "monkey" trial that put evolution on trial in 1925, including the key figures in the court case, the final judgment, and the debate over teaching evolution in U.S. schools"--Provided by publisher.

Allows readers to use critical thinking and to create informed opinions on where they stand on the issue of alternative energy sources.

Explores the role of Congress in the governmental separation of powers and defines the rights and powers of both Congress and the President.

Anne Hutchinson was a religious leader who was outspoken against the Boston Church in the early 1600s. She argued against the church''s legalistic interpretations and rules, and spoke publicly about her own beliefs. This was a time in which it was dangerous to speak out against the church, especially for a woman. Hutchinson was eventually tried in court for her bold actions. This innovative play takes readers to Hutchinson''s trial, capturing this moment in U.S. history. Historical photographs enrich Hutchinson''s story. Stage directions, costume and prop notes, and character descriptions guide readers through a smooth performance.

Examines the election process, both fair and unfair campaign practices, and prospects for reform.

The natural world holds secrets under every rock and around every tree. If you''ve ever wondered what life is like through a microscope, telescope, or with the naked eye--you''ll love this book! You will: Run with the antelope across the American plains and learn about the food chain. Climb with a monkey to the highest tree in the rainforest and discover how photosynthesis keeps leaves green. Sink to the bottom of the ocean to follow creatures who have adapted to life in total darkness Travel with a meteor at speeds up to 160,000 miles per hour. Burrow with the earthworms in your own backyard. Through it all, you''ll find out how things synergize, regenerate, and evaporate--and lots more! And don''t worry about the big words--they are all defined and explained with familiar examples in this fascinating trip through the natural world.

Discusses the history and accomplishments of Salvadoran immigrants who came to the United States to escape civil war in the 1980s.

Describes how the judicial branch of the U.S. government works; looks at the state, federal, and Supreme courts; describes the difference between criminal law and civil law; and looks at the role of citizens as jurors.

Examines two Supreme Court cases to examine the constitutional issues of church and state and how they have been interpreted.

In The Everything Kids'' Space Book kids will learn not only about contemporary space heroes, but they will unlock the mysteries of Stonehenge and discover Oort Clouds, the Keiper Belt, and Planet X. We haven''t forgotten to include the Big Bang Theory, the Greenhouse Effect, Black Holes, Aliens -- wow, this book really does have everything! There are plenty of activities, like how to monitor space signals, make a safe rocket, and measure the moon! It''s enough to make any child want to grow up to be an astronaut.

Defines and discusses global warming, its possible effects on the world, and arguments about whether or not such a phenomenon is really occurring.

Describes how genetic engineering works as well as the problems and solutions it offers.

"A look at the right of privacy and random drug testing."--From source other than the Library of Congress

Discusses the legal rights of teenagers in a variety of situations, such as health care decisions, school drug testing and discrimination, and using the Internet, and cites examples of court cases that deal with these issues.

This must-have volume analyzes the different types of alternative medicine practiced today. Particular attention is paid to both procedures and possible effects. Along with alternative medicine, the author discusses the conventional medical approach to treating diseases and ailments.

Ever sit in class wondering, When am I ever going to use this stuff? If so, its time to take a crash course in middle school curriculum topics and discover how they can be used to solve everyday dilemmas. Multiply decimals to figure out how much youll save at the mall. Use English to solve BFF dramas. Learn how to bake a cake using chemistry. See how social studies can help you research your family tree. Real life examples, relevant exercises, maps, graphs, and charts provide strong curriculum ties and demonstrate how language arts, math, social studies, and science can be used every day.

Examines the history and debate over taxes in America, and discusses the problems with income tax and social security, alternatives to the Federal income tax, and issues raised as a result of outsourcing.

Discusses the dangers of hazardous waste sites, who is responsible for the problem, who is responsible for cleanup, various legal decisions, and the effects of the federal Superfund.

Discusses five current issues, looks at what led to these problems, explains why people disagree about what caused them, and explores possible solutions.

Here''s how a few pioneers forged their own unique paths in the conservation movement.

Do you know how the lightbulb was invented? Learn about the different materials that inventor Thomas Edison used to create the first incandescent lightbulb! Discover answers in this STEM reader.

Cars, wagons, and other vehicles aren''t the only places you''ll find wheels . . . Be on the lookout for these and other working wheels.

It takes commitment to overcome interests that stand in the way of protecting the environment. Meet three people who weren''t afraid to speak up to protect natural areas--and us.