Should Students Have to Take Tests?

Describes the origins and purposes of standardized and other types of school tests, and explains why some people believe they help both teachers and students, and others believe that the disadvantages outweigh the advantages.

Do Kids Need Recess?

Many young students enjoy recess, but some schools have started to phase out this period of playtime in favor of test preparation and more time in the classroom. Is this helping or harming children? Readers learn how to answer that question for themselves in an informed way with the help of balanced text that shows both sides of this debate.

Should School Lunches Be Free?

School lunches should be free for all students. Some people might strongly agree with this statement, while others might strongly disagree. In order to engage in a debate about this topic that affects readers everyday lives, readers first need to understand both sides.

Islam yang Saya Pahami: Keragaman Itu Rahmat

Beranjak dari pemahamannya atas Al Qur'an dan Sunnah, ditambah pengetahuannya yang mendalam dan luas atas ilmu-ilmu keislaman lainnya, bahasa, dan filsafat, M. Quraish Shihab dalam buku ini membahas isu-isu penting terkait Islam dalam konteks sosial-politik Indonesia terkini. Misalnya, bagaimana umat Islam yang tinggal di negara-bangsa seperti Indonesia ini mesti bersikap terkait khilafah dan k…

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ISBN/ISSN

9786239864002

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137 pages : illus. ; 20 cm.

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843 SAN p

Why Is It So Hard to Breathe?: A First Look At Asthma

This reassuring picture book helps children understand that with a little care, anyone with asthma can live a normal life. They will learn what causes it, what it feels like to have it, how it can be treated, and what can be done to avoid its effects. Helpful notes for adults provide ideas for sharing the bookÂ’s information and advice with children. Written by psychotherapist and counsel…

Is It Wrong to Eat Meat?

Why do some people choose not to eat meat? Is it wrong to eat an animal that was once alive? These questions are complex and challenge young people's critical-thinking skills, and they form the backbone of this inside look at the debates surrounding vegetarianism, veganism, and eating meat.

Cinder

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Should Students Go to School All Year Round?

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Should Cell Phones Be Allowed in Classrooms?

Many young people have their own cell phones, and they use them to connect with family and friends and to easily find information. This can pose a problem in schools, as cell phones become a distraction or a tool used to cheat on tests and quizzes. Many people have strong opinions on cell phone use in schools, and this debate opens up important questions about students' rights.