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What can embarrassment, shame, and guilt teach you? These are all normal, human emotions. We''ve all felt them at one time or another. We feel embarrassment when we''re uncomfortable about something we''ve done in front of other people. Shame is worse; it''s what makes us feel like we are bad or worthless people. Guilt is the emotion we feel when we feel sorry that we did something specific, like telling a lie or hurting a friend. These emotions are no fun to feel—but they can help you understand both yourself and the world around you a little better. The more you learn about these feelings, the better you''ll be able to handle life. Find out more inside this book!

What makes you anxious? Both fear and anxiety are normal, human emotions. Small doses of them help people stay safe, healthy, and happy, although bigger doses can get in the way of normal daily activities and happiness. Healthy amounts of fear and anxiety are just two of the many, many emotions we all have every day. The more you know about fear and anxiety, the more you''ll be able to understand why you feel the way you do. You can begin to learn how to deal with your feelings when they start to get out of control. Understanding your emotions is a lifelong job. Find out how to get started by reading this book!

Each year, millions of kids are bullied. Bullying is nothing new, but today, it is more than hurting with fists or feet. For many young people, leaving school doesn''t stop the bullying, because the bullies are on the Internet.

Drugs and alcohol are dangerous no matter how old you are, but for kids, the risks of using drugs or alcohol are even more serious. Even though many young people know that drugs and alcohol can be deadly, they still put themselves in harm''s way by using these unsafe substances.

Shootings have been in the news a lot in recent years. For many, a shooting at school is the worst kind of nightmare. School is meant to be a place where kids can be safe. A person with a gun on school grounds is never meant to happen. But what if it does?

Storms, tornados, floods, wildfires—the world is full of natural disasters that do terrible damage to our homes, towns, and cities. Knowing how to prepare for a natural disaster and what you can do if one does happen is the best way to keep yourself safe.

The Internet is a great tool for learning. It''s also a lot of fun for games, keeping up with friends, or reading about the things you love. But there are also dangers on the Internet. You can''t always know for sure to whom you''re talking. Information you put online that you think is safe may become a target for people who are up to no good. Pictures you share with one person can end up in the hands of people you''d never have sent them to. The Internet can become a scary place.

Women have made major contributions to science throughout history, including in the field of chemistry. Learn about the lives of some of the most amazing women in chemistry, from Alice Hamilton to Darleane Hoffman, as well as their exciting and important work. Discover what it takes to be a chemist. Find out about the opportunities for women in the field. Read Women in Chemistry to see if following in the footsteps of the many brilliant women who have made their mark in chemistry is something you want to do.

Women have made major contributions to science throughout history, including in the field of medicine. Learn about the lives of some of the most amazing women in medicine, from Rita Levi-Montalcini to Margaret Chan, as well as their exciting and important work. Discover what it takes to be a doctor. Find out about the opportunities for women in medicine. Read Women in Medicine to see if following in the footsteps of the many brilliant women who have made their mark in medicine is something you want to do.

Women have made major contributions to science throughout history, including in building the foundation of our current scientific knowledge. Learn about the lives of some of the most amazing women who have changed our scientific understanding, from Marie Curie to Ellen Swallow Richards, as well as their exciting and important work. Discover what it takes to be a leader in science. Find out about the opportunities for women in the field. Read Women Who Built Our Scientific Foundations to see if following in the footsteps of the many brilliant women who have made their mark in science is something you want to do.

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? What exactly should you eat? During your lifetime, starting right now, you''ll have to make a lot of decisions about food. You''ll need to choose whether or not to eat breakfast. You''ll pick what to eat for lunch. You''ll decide whether you want to eat meat or not. It''s good to be prepared to make healthy food decisions. Decisions, Decisions: Vegetarianism, Breakfasts, and Beyond helps you navigate through the many food options you face.

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? What about diets? Lots of people want to lose weight these days. They turn to diets to help them slim down—but diets aren''t usually the healthiest options. Diet Myths: Sorting Through the Hype helps you figure out good ways to lose weight and stay in shape. Discover good eating habits that will keep you strong and feeling good for a lifetime!

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? How do you pick what to eat when you''re looking at a menu in a restaurant? Learn how to enjoy eating out while eating healthy. Discover which kinds of restaurants are the healthiest, what to order off the menu, and how to figure out which foods will keep you strong and happy.

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? What about snacks? In between meals, when you''re hungry, what do you reach for? Junk food makes a fast and easy snack—but it won''t give your body what it needs. Discover what healthy snacking looks like. Learn why we snack, when snacking is a good idea, and identify the best snacks to pick when hunger strikes.

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? What about fast food? From burgers to fries to milkshakes, fast food can be a delicious treat—but it can also cause problems if you don''t make healthy choices. Choosing the right restaurants and the right food can make eating fast food as healthy as it is delicious and easy! Discover how to make better choices when it comes to fast food.

Nutrition can be complicated. How do you know what foods are healthy and what aren''t? How much should you eat? How can you use the food labels to find the answers to these questions? Food labels let you know what kinds of ingredients are in your food, and how many nutrients are in there. Discover how to read food labels—and how to use them to choose the best foods you can!

Martial arts students don''t just learn how to fight. They also learn lots of other important things they use every day. They learn good habits, like being on time, respecting other people, and taking care of their bodies. Discover how martial arts can help you form good habits too!

Martial arts students don''t just learn how to fight. They also learn lots of other important things they use every day—like concentration, for example. Martial artists are good at focusing on one thing at a time—and by practicing martial arts, you too can get better at concentrating. Concentration will help you do better in and out of school. Discover how martial arts can help you concentrate!

Martial arts students don''t just learn how to fight. They also learn lots of other important things they use every day—like confidence, for example. Confidence—feeling good about what you can do—gives you courage to try new things. It helps you do your best, at school, in sports, and throughout your life. Learning martial arts can help you feel more confident in school, at home, and with friends. Discover how martial arts can give you confidence!

Martial arts students don''t just learn how to fight. They also learn lots of other important things they use every day—like hand-eye coordination, for example. We use hand-eye coordination for everything from writing to playing sports to using a computer. Practicing martial arts can improve your hand-eye coordination, so you''ll do better in and out of school. Discover how martial arts can improve your hand-eye coordination!

Martial arts students don''t just learn how to fight. They also learn lots of other important things they use every day—like how to handle peer pressure, for example. Martial artists have the confidence and the knowledge to fight peer pressure. They know how to stand up for what they know is right. Discover how martial arts can help you handle peer pressure too!

Greece''s economy has struggled a lot in recent years, but it has a long, rich history to draw on to help solve its problems. Greece is known as the birthplace of democracy and the Olympics, among many other things. It has been a member of the EU since 1981. Today, the EU and Greece are working together to help solve this country''s serious economic problems. Discover more about this exciting, modern nation!

Long ago, Portugal was one of the world''s most powerful countries, as it explored and conquered places far from home. Today, it is a nation that has had some economic and social struggles, but also some triumphs. It joined the EU in 1986, and continues to build on its long history. Discover more about this exciting, modern nation!

The government has approved them. You don''t need a prescription. You can get them at practically any supermarket. So obviously over-the-counter medications can''t be dangerous, right? Wrong. When taken in ways other than directed, over-the-counter medications can be just as dangerous as many illegal drugs. And because there''s a false sense of security about the medications—and because they are in almost everyone''s home medicine cabinet—the abuse and misuse of over-the-counter medications are on the rise. Abusing Over-the-Counter Drugs: Illicit Uses for Everyday Drugs presents the facts about this alarming trend. You''ll learn what drugs are most misused, the effects of misused over-the-counter medications, and what the government is doing to stem the problem. You will also find suggestions on how to get help to stop abusing over-the-counter medications.

Meth, speed, chalk, glass, yaba, ice. Whatever you call it, methamphetamine has become one of the most abused and dangerous drugs in the world. It can be made in home labs from easily obtained ingredients, and its use crosses economic and social barriers. Urban or rural communities, it doesn''t matter. Methamphetamine is everywhere. In Methamphetamine: Unsafe Speed, you''ll learn how methamphetamine was developed, how its use has spread, and how it is used for limited medical purposes. You''ll also learn about methamphetamine abuse. Who becomes an abuser? What are the symptoms of meth abuse? How can addiction be overcome? What are the legal consequences of meth abuse? This book offers answers to all these questions.

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It''s hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn''t always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. Jennifer Aniston was one of these people. The world-famous actress has starred in television shows and movies, both big Hollywood hits and independent films. Since her breakout role on "Friends", Jennifer''s been hugely successful in the world of acting. Few stars are as well known around the world as Jennifer Aniston. And what''s most amazing about Jennifer''s story is that the actress reached her goals without a college degree!

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It''s hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn''t always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. James Cameron was one of these people. The successful director has created some of Hollywood''s biggest hits. From "Aliens" to "Avatar", from "Terminator" to "Titantic", Cameron has been making dreams--and nightmares--come to life on screen for decades. And what''s most amazing about his story is that the famous filmmaker did it all without a college degree!

In the last few decades, more and more people are going to college to further their education. It''s hard to become a scientist, a professor, or a businessperson without getting some sort of college degree--but college isn''t always necessary to achieve success. Some people are ready to enter the workforce right after high school. Harry Truman was one of these people. The 33rd President of the United States fought in World War I and then returned home to begin a career in business. Truman then became a judge, U.S. Senator, Vice President, and then President of the United States. From 1945 to 1953, Truman led the most powerful nation on Earth. And what''s most amazing about his story is that Truman did it all without a college degree!

For thousands of years, werewolves and vampires have inhabited the myths and legends of people around the world. Could it be that these nightmarish creatures are actually based on reality? Are there actual medical conditions or observable phenomena that would have led people to believe that the dead were rising from their graves to drink the blood of the living or that humans could transform into wolves? What are the facts behind the fangs? Modern science and psychology offers clues to the reality behind the myths, with case studies of real-life vampires and descriptions of medical conditions that could be the origin of the legend of the werewolf. Where science and superstition intersect, it''s hard to separate the humans from the monsters!