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Author Susan Dudley Gold delves into the functions of the digestive and excretory systems. She explains why these systems are discussed together, how they work, and ways to keep healthy. Fascinating tidbits about these systems add an interesting twist.

Bone and muscles join forces to move us from one place to another. The musculoskeletal system controls our breathing, allows our eyes to focus, and shapes our smiles. It enables us to talk and to eat. Our strong bones support our weight. Skin wraps our body in a tough layer of tissue that keeps moisture in and germs out. Readers find out how this marvelous system works and learn some amazing facts about muscles, bones and skin.

In an informative and easy-to-understand look at the respiratory system, the author discusses what this body system is and what organs are involved in its various processes. She discusses the potential health problems that can affect the respiratory system, such as cancer, pneumonia, and emphysema, as well as ways to keep healthy and problem-free. Little-known facts about the respiratory system are also included.

Learn about Harriet Tubman, one of the bravest abolitionists of the time, and the secret way to freedom called the Underground Railroad. The book is complete with timeline, primary sources, photographs, and excerpts from the time period.

Harriet Beecher Stowe’s popular book Uncle Tom’s Cabin had a huge effect on the abolitionist movement. Learn more in this book complete with timeline, primary sources, photographs, and excerpts from the time period.

The Women’s Rights Movement is most well known for its support of women’s suffrage and equal rights, but it was also instrumental in bringing about the abolition of slavery. Learn more in this book complete with timeline, primary sources, photographs, and excerpts from the time period.

Describes the history of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, including how people with disabilities and their supporters fought over the decades to win civil rights and how the piece of legislation became a law.

Takes the reader behind the Civil Rights Act to show the drama that led to the bill being passed and the effect it had in the development of our country.

Examines the violent political debate in the United States over whether or not to allow slavery in the new state of Missouri and the process behind the legislation that made slavery legal in some states and helped lead the country to civil war.

Discusses the drama that led to the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts being passed and the effect these pieces of legislation have had in the development of the United States.

Takes a behind the scenes view to show the drama that led to the passing of the Freedom of Information Act and the effect that this bill has had in the development of our country.

Examines United States legislation that has changed policies and implementation of laws regarding American citizens'' rights.

Discusses the drama that led to the Taft-Hartley Act being passed and the effect this piece of legislation has had in the development of the United States.

Charles Schenck an American Socialist against WWI, originally thought of committing espionage, distributed flyers to men who were drafted to fight in the war. His flyers stated that the men were being drafted into, "involuntary servitude," and urged them to fight against the U.S. Government and their freedom to choose. Congress cited "clear and present danger," and Schenck lost the case, but the ruling was overturned stating that his right to free speech was violated. In this detailed volume, historical cases about the First Amendment are unpacked for readers to elicit debate. Through case studies, primary sources, and further reading sections, students are inspired to think deeply about our right, as Americans, to free speech and what constitutes that right even if the subject is disagreeable.

These immortal words from the First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution ran into quite a challenge when the Reverend Jerry Falwell sued Hustler magazine publisher Larry Flynt for publishing a mock advertisement in his magazine describing Falwell as engaging in an incestuous act with his mother. In this book, award-winning author Susan Dudley Gold shows readers how the case got all the way to the Supreme Court, where the right to parody public figure and the First Amendment were upheld. Gold explains the controversial decision in a narrative that is both informative and highly entertaining.

The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees a free press and free speech, but those rights are not unlimited. In Protecting Hate Speech: R.A.V. v. St. Paul, award-winning author Susan Dudley Gold looks at the issues involved when the Minnesota city of St. Paul tried to ban hate speech within its borders. The entertaining account of the case explores the fine line legislators must walk when putting restrictions on free speech. The U.S. Supreme Court''s decision in the case has become a testament to the sanctity of the First Amendment, even when it protects hateful speech and symbol acts that most Americans despise.

During World War II, American children who were Jehovah''s Witnesses refused to salute the flag because it conflicted with their religion. In this riveting book, award-winning author Susan Dudley Gold delves into the issues behind the Supreme Court case. An impressive victory for the First Amendment, especially in time of war, the decision established that government cannot compel Americans to participate in symbolic speech such as a flag salute. Although the case involved members of the Jehovah''s Witnesses, the decision embraced freedom of expressions as well as freedom of religion.

The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees a free press and free speech. In this fascinating book, award-winning author Susan Dudley Gold explores the issues involved when the state of New York attempted to override the free speech rights of criminals in an effort to compensate their victims. The case and its ramifications, described in a clear and entertaining narrative, demonstrate the sanctity of the First Amendment, even when protecting the rights of wrongdoers, and how government interference with free speech affects all citizens.

Director of Zero Dark Thirty, The Hurt Locker, and other films, Bigelow was the first female to win the Academy Award for Best Director.

Director of Somewhere, The Virgin Suicides, Marie Antoinette, and more.