Young people are becoming increasingly aware of and involved in global issues. This hard-hitting set investigates environmental concerns, emerging technologies, and the human connections to these issues. Each volume offers insight into the most pressing matters facing our world today, emphasizing the importance of making decisions, creating evidence-based arguments, and taking action. Issue coverage includes pure air and water supply, food supply, endangered species, energy problems, inequality, poverty, healthcare problems, and Earth's plastic problem. Young readers will be introduced to important technologies that are being created to help alleviate these issues. This carefully selected subject matter seamlessly combines science, social studies, and ELA disciplines. Your readers will be inspired to take an active role in creating a better future for our world. Features include: Highlights inspiring young activists who have strong voices for global issues and are active agents of change. Color photographs, primary sources, and helpful graphics make each book a complete learning experience. Encourages readers to learn the facts about global issues and engages them in problem-solving strategies.
