Civil Liberties (Introducing Issues With Opposing Viewpoints)

Civil Liberties (Introducing Issues With Opposing Viewpoints)

From School Library JournalGrade 7 Up-These books of pro/con essays on wide-ranging topics are intended to stimulate discussion of critical social issues and to open readers' minds to divergent opinions. Civil Liberties includes discussions of the Patriot Act, the rights of Muslims and Arab Americans, and racial profiling. Fast Food contains some fascinating arguments, including the central question of whether or not fast food makes people fat and sick. Active-reading questions preface the essays, which are followed by directions for evaluating the arguments presented. Color photos and other graphics throughout enliven the reading experience. Valuable additions.-Carol Jones Collins, Hanover Park High School, East Hanover, NJ(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.Over thirty-five years ago, Greenhaven Press began publishing the Opposing Viewpoints series to help students gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills. The Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints series continues that tradition, presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.ReviewReview: Civil Liberties Active-reading questions preface the essays, which are followed by directions for evaluating arguments presented. Color photos and other graphics throughout enliven the reading experience. Valuable additions.--Carol Jones Collins, School Library Journal Review, January 2011