Best Teen & Young Adult Sociology eBooks

These questions sparked Gaby’s high school senior project: faking her own pregnancy to see how her family, friends, and community would react. But more than that, Gaby’s story is about fighting stereotypes, and how one girl found the strength to come out from the shadow of low expectations to forge a bright future for herself. THE PREGNANCY PROJECT is not just a good read, but an important one as well.” – BookReporter.com Gaby Rodriguez made national headlines in 2011 when, as a seventeen-year-old high school senior from Toppenish, Washington, she revealed she had faked a pregnancy for a class project.

- Part of an award-winning series that uses an innovative graphic approach and creative use of typography to clarify hard-to-grasp concepts and explain big ideas. - Explores sociological theories formulated by more than 100 famous sociologists, from Jane Addams to Sharon Zukin. - Easy to navigate step-by-step summaries explain each idea in a nutshell. - Biographies of key sociologists and social activists give a historical context to each idea. - A directory of social thinkers includes further biographies of sociologists from around the world. DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world's leading illustrated reference publisher and part of Penguin Random House, formed on July 1, 2013. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the bestselling LEGO® books.

Eighteen-year-old Seven and her best friend, Ten, live where all is peaceful ... except for the violent war raging above the sky. Lifelike humanoid robots and self-operated drones tend to everyone's needs, leaving people free to spend their time stimulating their minds and enjoying life's pleasures. The rules force everyone to accept their fates, but Seven decides to do something unprecedented: to go against the Decision Makers' wishes. Imaginative ... fast paced ... full of action ... filled with a lot of twists and turns ... and the world building is truly fantastic ... 5 Brilliant Stars." "This post-apocalyptic, young adult, science fiction is a page turner from start to finish! Don't miss the unforgettable romantic dystopian novel that is captivating readers with shocking twists they never saw coming! ABOVE THE SKY tells the story of a young man and woman coming of age in a futuristic society founded on secrets and lies. Lynne delivers a thrilling ride filled with exciting mystery, surprising twists, forbidden romance, action-packed adventure, and thought-provoking philosophy. Seven and Ten's gripping journey has captured the hearts of both teen and adult readers, sending it soaring into the top 100 best sellers on multiple 2017 and 2018 Amazon best seller lists. ABOVE THE SKY is perfect for teens and adults who are fans of books like THE HUNGER GAMES (by Suzanne Collins), DIVERGENT (by Veronica Roth), THE GENDER GAME (by Bella Forrest), SLAVE (by Laura Frances), CONFIGURED (by Jenetta Penner), THE MAZE RUNNER (by James Dashner), and THE GIVER (by Lois Lowry). --Megan, Starky Reviews ★★★★★. " Great storytelling ... Imaginative ... fast paced ... full of action ... filled with a lot of twists and turns ... and the world building is truly fantastic ... 5 Brilliant Stars ." If YOU love a good dystopian + romance ... Then you need this book in your life." "This book offers everything from action to romance with twists that keep you guessing . "This post-apocalyptic, young adult, science fiction is a page turner from start to finish! An excerpt from Above the Sky : Ten throws his arm around me and shoves me against the wall. He lets go of me quickly, but he remains unusually close. A huge, black, shiny, box-like terrestrial drone is coming out of--not a doorway, but--the middle of a wall, through an opening that shouldn't be there. I keep my head completely still, watching it only by moving my eyes. But despite its commanding size, it moves nearly silently, stealthily. I take small, shallow breaths, even though my lungs are begging for more air. I feel the heat of Ten's controlled breaths against my face. As we stand there, it feels as if an electric charge is growing between us, so powerful that it would shock us if we moved even a millimeter closer together.

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An indispensable book for teens, as well as parents, grandparents, and any adult who influences young people, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens is destined to become the last word on surviving and thriving as a teen and beyond. “A recipe for teenage success!” (Dominique Moceanu, 1996 US Olympic Gold Medalist, Women's Gymnastics and New York Times bestselling author, Off Balance ). “I wish I'd had this book when I was a teen.” (Shannon Hale, New York Times bestselling author of Newbery Honor winner Princess Academy and The Goose Girl ). When I saw Sean’s book on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens , I was excited to have another weapon to take our players and culture to a higher level. Whether you are a teen or not, you should read this book!” (Anson Dorrance, University of North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer coach, 22 time national collegiate champion ). You’ll hear new perspectives on how to improve your relationships and leadership skills that will positively impact your life, resulting in greater happiness…. I have personally read it and practiced the timeless principles with my daughters.” (Diana Thomas, U.S. vice president of training, learning & development, McDonalds Corporation ). “Fifteen years ago Sean Covey wrote a powerful book that taught teens that they had the ability to choose their behavior but not the consequences. “Sean's book helps teenagers to become climbers rather than campers, to live with a goal in mind, and to confront obstacles with a ‘no barriers mindset.’ He urges young people to Make Your Life Extraordinary and provides a pathway which will get them there. In a world with so many distractions and temptations, the guidelines he provides are invaluable to a purposeful and successful life.” (Erik Weihenmayer, blind adventurer, speaker, author, and filmmaker ). If you want to live a life of contribution, set and achieve extraordinary goals, and stay focused and organized, practice every habit in Sean's book. “The inspiring examples from real-life problems that teenagers like myself deal with every day, and their experiences and situations, have helped me make lifesaving decisions. Those who wish to avoid the temptations and devastation of drugs, including alcohol, would be wise to implement The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens . Written for teenagers, this book is an indispensable tool, helping young people make the right choices, while growing up in the chaos of today. “Powerful but not parental— an important message delivering much more than good advice, it offers true direction to teens living in a challenging, complex world. This book is an intensive training program for youth to grow and develop so they can become winners in the competition of life.” (Kristi Yamaguchi, U.S. Olympic figure skating gold medalist ). “An intensive training program for youth to grow and become winners in the competition of life.” (Kristi Yamaguchi, U.S. Olympic Figure Skating Gold Medalist ). “A recipe for teenage success!” (Dominique Moceanu, 1996 US Olympic Gold Medalist, Women's Gymnastics and New York Times bestselling author, Off Balance ). “I wish I'd had this book when I was a teen.” (Shannon Hale, New York Times bestselling author of Newbery Honor winner Princess Academy and The Goose Girl ). When I saw Sean’s book on The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens , I was excited to have another weapon to take our players and culture to a higher level. Whether you are a teen or not, you should read this book!” (Anson Dorrance, University of North Carolina Tar Heels women's soccer coach, 22 time national collegiate champion ). You’ll hear new perspectives on how to improve your relationships and leadership skills that will positively impact your life, resulting in greater happiness…. I have personally read it and practiced the timeless principles with my daughters.” (Diana Thomas, U.S. vice president of training, learning & development, McDonalds Corporation ). “Fifteen years ago Sean Covey wrote a powerful book that taught teens that they had the ability to choose their behavior but not the consequences. “Sean's book helps teenagers to become climbers rather than campers, to live with a goal in mind, and to confront obstacles with a ‘no barriers mindset.’ He urges young people to Make Your Life Extraordinary and provides a pathway which will get them there. In a world with so many distractions and temptations, the guidelines he provides are invaluable to a purposeful and successful life.” (Erik Weihenmayer, blind adventurer, speaker, author, and filmmaker ). If you want to live a life of contribution, set and achieve extraordinary goals, and stay focused and organized, practice every habit in Sean's book. Based on his father's bestselling The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People , Sean Covey applies the same principles to teens, using a vivacious, entertaining style. To keep it fun, Covey writes, he "stuffed it full of cartoons, clever ideas, great quotes, and incredible stories about real teens from all over the world... along with a few other surprises." Flip open to any page and become instantly absorbed in real-life stories of teens who have overcome obstacles to succeed, and step-by-step guides to shifting paradigms, building equity in "relationship bank accounts," creating action plans, and much more. As a self-acknowledged guinea pig for many of his dad's theories, Sean Covey is a living example of someone who has taken each of the seven habits to heart: be proactive; begin with the end in mind; put first things first; think win-win; seek first to understand, then to be understood; synergize; and sharpen the saw.

LEARN TO DRAW DRAGONS In easy-to-follow, step-by-step detail, Drawing Dragons teaches you all the tricks and techniques you’ll need to create your own amazing dragons. Sandra Staple is an artist and photographer who has been drawing dragons for over 15 years, and has literally sketched thousands of them.

Inside this practical and inspiring guide to effecting change in today’s world, you’ll learn how to: · Understand and navigate the current system of policy and government. · Work to change the system to reflect your values and to protect our society’s most vulnerable. · Organize for the causes you care about most. · Resources for further reading and organizations to get involved with. He served as mayor of Burlington, Vermont’s largest city, for eight years before defeating an incumbent Republican to be the sole congressperson for the state in the U.S. House of Representatives in 1991. He was elected to the Senate in 2007 and is now in his second term, making him the longest-serving independent in the history of the Congress.