Most Popular Books by Sarah Levete

Did you know that many of the same games are played all over the world? What games do children play?

Did you know that some people in the world do not have enough water? How can building a well help?

''Health and Disease'' examines some of the major health issues that people face around the world. Find out about diseases such as cholera and malaria, which are devastating populations around the world. See how pollution and overcrowding are contributing to poor health.

The books look at our interaction with the planet and the interrelationship between humankind and the physical world.The series focuses on the global impact and future implications for the environment of our actions today.

Some people fear that we cannot provide enough food for everyone in the world. This book examines these issues and suggest ways in which people can help to reduce the global food crisis.

Eating disorders happen—but how does it feel when they happen to you? Having an eating disorder is a painful, life-changing experience that happens to thousands of young people every year. Discover what it is like to suffer from an eating disorder through the heartfelt stories of survivors. Learn how it "happened to them," read their journeys to recovery, and find out more about the causes and treatments of these difficult conditions in this open, sensitive, and informative exploration. Sometimes, painful experiences happen. It Happened to Me explores painful life crises that affect many young people through poignant diary entries from composite teens who have experienced these situations, supported by informational text. Every year, more and more young people face life-changing situations, from drug and alcohol abuse to eating disorders, family breakups, and homelessness. Being young has never been more challenging. Using a unique in-their-own words approach, this series will strike a chord with many young people who are struggling with complex issues, and help those around them better understand how and why it has happened to them.

The Bermuda Triangle is infamous for inexplicably u0093swallowingu0094 ships and airplanes, never to be seen again. Other areas of the world have similarly ominous reputations, including the aptly named Death Valley and Devilu0092s Sea. Readers will love the tales in this well-crafted book, which also incorporates impressive information about the geography and climate of these locations. These elements are important to the mysterious events that occur there. With the motivating help of awesome images and photos, readers will critically evaluate the evidence and decide whether theyu0092d dare venture into these u0093danger zones.u0094

The best fakes and hoaxes have just enough truth to lure people into the deception. This comprehensive book showcases some infamous hoaxes as well as supposed-hoaxes that people wonu0092t stop believingu0097Bigfoot, anyone? Thereu0092s so much to explore, from ancient lore of fairies and sea monsters to modern-day hoax baseball players and superhumans! Each high-interest subject is paired with imaginative images and colorful photographs. u0093Mysterious Factsu0094 boxes list further points of proof. Readers will especially find a chapter on Internet hoaxes and digital forgeries applicable to their lives.

Some think UFO lore began sometime in the 1940s with the sighting of so-called u0093flying saucers,u0094 but ancient Egyptians recorded sightings of mysterious unidentified objects in the sky as well! These couldnu0092t have been experimental aircraft, as is so often the explanation for UFO accounts. This entertaining guide to all things alien presents the facts and lore of UFO and alien sightings. The motivating text also considers the impact and influence of alien movies and space discoveries. Readers will weigh the well-balanced evidence with the aid of fun images and photographs and assess whether they are true believers.

Explains what "coming of age" means in different religions around the world.

Most people need medicine at some point in their lives. It''s this fact that drives the pharmaceutical industry and makes it one of the most profitable industries today. So much goes into the making of a single pharmaceutical product before it even goes on the shelves, including research, manufacturing, clinical trials, and marketing. In this book, readers learn about these stages of development and what happens when a wonder drug turns out to have deadly side effects. They''ll read facts and figures that will surprise them, such as the first drugstore dating back to the eighth century! Readers will also learn about the future of pharmaceuticals on the Internet and the effects of recent government guidelines. Business may be booming, but competition between pharmaceutical companies is fierce. They''re always on the lookout for the next product that may change our lives forever.

Single parent, lone parent, broken, blended—these are some of the terms used today to describe families that result from a family breakup. It is often hard to understand the feelings and issues that young people experience when they find themselves caught up in a broken family. This tactful volume looks at the issues and feelings triggered by a family breakup. It explores the complicated emotions that a breakup can cause and the methods for dealing with these situations. Sidebars feature statistics about marriage and divorce and family relationships.

While witnessing the continuous coverage of violence in Afghanistan, it can be difficult to remember the events that led to the ongoing conflict. However, in order to understand the struggles of today, informed people need to comprehend the events of years past. This invaluable volume, while not simplifying the Afghanistan War, provides a thoughtful and sensitive account of key events, groups, and people involved in the war, including the countryu0092s colonial history, Al Qaeda, and Osama bin Laden. More significant information is presented in sidebars throughout the text, while photographs provide visual support for this most timely and important subject.

The Vietnam War remains one of the most controversial and galvanizing conflicts in modern history. To better comprehend why so many nations became involved in the war, this wide-ranging volume delves into the many causes of the conflict, from French colonialism to the spread of Communism to the final sparks that ignited combat. Readers will also learn about key moments within the conflict and the lasting effects of the war''s conclusion. Vivid photographs throughout the book give readers a sense of Vietnam?s geography, a key role player in the eventual outcome.

Going through a family breakup happens—but how does it feel when it happens to you? Going through a family breakup is a devastating, life-changing experience that happens to thousands of young people every year. Discover what it is like when your family is split apart through the heartfelt stories of survivors. Learn how it "happened to them," read their journeys to a new family life, and find out more about why families break up and restructure afterward in this open, sensitive, and informative exploration. Sometimes, painful experiences happen. It Happened to Me explores painful life crises that affect many young people through poignant diary entries from composite teens who have experienced these situations, supported by informational text. Every year, more and more young people face life-changing situations, from drug and alcohol abuse to eating disorders, family breakups, and homelessness. Being young has never been more challenging. Using a unique in-their-own words approach, this series will strike a chord with many young people who are struggling with complex issues, and help those around them better understand how and why it has happened to them.

This examines some of the major issues that people face, from problems such as water shortages during a drought to the water-borne diseases in dirty water supplies.

Describes monster trucks, how they are made, what they are used for, what it takes to be a driver, and trucks of the future.

Some men and women in the armed forces shoot right to the top. Special Forces are the elite troops who work alone or in small teams on special and dangerous missions around the world. These high-caliber troops are the best of the best. Green Berets, Delta Force, Navy SEALs, and others perform and engage in secret unseen missions. From training programs and tests through the missions themselves, this book introduces readers to the adventurous and action-filled world of Special Forces, and highlights what it takes to be a part of this exclusive team.