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The president and his cabinet are responsible for enforcing the laws of the nation, making foreign policy, and working with Congress in creating legislation. Through this title, young readers will understand the scope of the president's power and duties as the real and symbolic face of the nation.

This teens and kids section of Directory Manual provides information as well as challenges in teens' lives, their day-to-day issues, sexual abuse, divorce, rape, and so much more.

For Chicago's Oak Park and River Forest High School's Spoken Word Club, there is one phrase that reigns supreme: Respect the Mic. It's been the club's call to arms since its inception in 1999. As its founder Peter Kahn says, "It's a call of pride and history and tradition and hope." This vivid new collection of poetry and prose - curated by award-winning and bestselling poets Hanif Abdurraqib, Franny Choi, Peter Kahn, and Dan "Sully" Sullivan - illuminates just that, uplifting the incredible legacy this community has cultivated.

Frequent claims of foiled plots; tighter monitoring of suspects and stronger global terror laws. On the flip side, a new safe haven emerging for terrorists in Pakistan; stories of terror cells springing up throughout North Africa; numerous recruits from Europe's leading universities willing to sign up to the cause. Are Al Qaeda and its affiliates, responsible for the horrific attacks in New York, London and Madrid, finding it hard to be the force they once were, or should we be bracing ourselves for the next outrage?

Teenageårene opleves af mange som svære og indimellem stressende. Det kan være eksaminerne, venskaberne, kropsforandringerne, mobning, angst og alt mulig andet - eller lidt af det hele. I denne bog rækker forfatteren Nicola Morgan en hjælpende hånd ud til alle, der gerne vil vide lidt mere om, hvad der foregår og at man ikke er alene. Bogen er smækfyldt med gode råd og viser, at der er hjælp at hente, hvad enten man tumler med store eller små bekymringer.

Allyship is a journey, but it's not always easy to know where to start. See things from a different perspective with heartfelt real-life stories by writers from diverse backgrounds, abilities and circumstances. Wherever you are in your allyship journey, these stories about what it means to be an ally can empower you to help make the world a better place for everyone. Find out what you can do and take an active role with resources like self-reflective questions, journaling ideas, prompts and further learning. Be the reason someone feels seen, heard and supported.

Michael Hall recognized the statistics, stigmas, and negative constructs that surround young black men are damaging. Looking deeper at these issues, Hall determined the root cause was straightforward yet profound - young black men today are simply misled and misinformed. So in response, Hall authored this book to function as a compass that provides direction and a classroom that provides understanding.

Over 10 million children across the nation teeter on the brink of homelessness or unjust eviction due to wrongful foreclosures, even before they can call newly constructed homes their own amid a global financial and housing crisis. Enter Brenda Sue Bellamy, an ordinary 12-year-old with her trusty notebook by her side. She uncovers alarming information, sparking a daunting realization: This could happen to my family.

Many teens shy away from self-independence, and many put their freedom on the "NO" route of no growth, no happiness, and no success. Financial, emotional, professional, and personal values all find their foundation in self-independence. Being independent gives you a sense of joy and happiness that you cannot get anywhere else. You build a broader perspective of life, expanding your knowledge and awareness. You learn to manage your emotions and have healthy relationships. It perks up your self-confidence and self-esteem.

Steht auf für ein gleichberechtigtes Miteinander, versteckt niemals eure Identität, setzt euch dafür ein, dass niemand diskriminiert wird – hier kommen die Argumentationshilfen: von Pay Gap bis LGBTQI+. Die Autorinnen machen sich (und die Hörer:innen) stark für Gleichberechtigung von Männern und Frauen, von Menschen mit Migrationshintergrund, von trans-, nicht binären und intergeschlechtlichen Menschen. Dass hier keine Unterschiede gemacht werden dürfen, sollte eigentlich selbstverständlich sein. Falls beim Diskutieren doch mal die Argumente fehlen, hier sind sie.

In certi quartieri di certe città è più difficile essere bambini, è più difficile crescere, è più facile sbagliare. In certi quartieri di Napoli ci sono ragazzi che vivono di notte, che spacciano droga, che non vanno a scuola. Ma, grazie a uomini e donne che immaginano i bambini e i ragazzi per ciò che potranno diventare, la notte non è fatta solo per questo. La notte è fatta anche per mostrare il proprio coraggio, lo spirito di sacrificio, la determinazione. La notte è fatta anche di lavori onesti e coraggiosi.

Every time I turn around I hear people talking about the stupid people in their lives. I got to thinking about how we got to the point of not being stupid. We made mistakes and learned from them. I have put together a very hard knocks-style book sharing the lessons I have learned over the years to help give young people a clue about what real life should have in it. Most of these things they haven't bothered teaching you in school; I want you all to know that there is still hope in a world ran by the less than wise.

This isn't a survivalist handbook just teaching you how to keep your head above the water as you struggle through the unending challenges of life. Rather it's a “thrivalist” handbook geared for those who are looking for a better way of living. If you are ready for that New Age, Shifted, Paradigm that everyone is talking about, this is your handbook

In Leadership for Adolescents, author Dr. Carolyn M. Anderson offers a seven-step guide to help teenagers understand the role of a leader and to teach them the skills needed for a leadership position. Detailing key characteristics, she discusses the I-in-leader theme-developing a basic understanding of self and of the leadership skills, competencies, and characteristics one already possesses.

Do you go to school or college? Then, this audiobook is for you! Around 98 percent of people are in education, but no one has ever written a simple book to help them make the most of it, until now. This down-to-earth and funny audiobook is full of practical everyday tips to help you enjoy and succeed at school/college. Nothing complicated or boring - just the good stuff, based on years of research to help you to do well.

Lord Kitchener, Neneh Cherry, Smiley Culture, Stormzy.... Groundbreaking musicians whose songs have changed the world. But how? This exhilarating playlist tracks some of the key shifts in modern British history, and explores the emotional impact of 28 songs and the artists who performed them. This audiobook redefines British history, the Empire and post-colonialism and will invite you to think again about the narratives and key moments in history that you have been taught up to now.

It is our belief that every child and teenager has within them the potential to become something great in their own way. Even though many would say that the younger generation is a lost generation, I decided to take a stand to “beg to differ”! In all actuality, the younger generations represent generations of warriors.

This book will teach you how to develop the mindset to believe, work hard, and achieve anything you desire. Nothing will be impossible for you to achieve if you learn the principles here and apply them to your personal life. Now listen to this book, tap into your power, and start pursuing the possibilities in your life. I wish you all the best.

Why Do We Have to Go to School? is a 10,000 word fictional dialogue between a teenage boy and his father. A lively and fascinating debate evolves after the son asks, "Dad, why do we have to go to school?" The father discovers that this isn't such an easy question to answer, as the son turns out to be well-prepared, witty, and clever. Still, the father rises to the challenge, coming up with a series of good responses. Just why do we have to go to school in this day and age where information is right at our fingertips?

Join Mrs Beckett's class as they learn all about what happens to trash and how recycling works. They learn about the impact of waste on the environment and how to reuse, reduce, and recycle. Presenting these stories through a familiar classroom setting provides a way for kids to immediate relate to import environmental issues.