Grade 6 - Social Studies - Bias and Perspective: Books

A collection of essays that provides varying perspectives on issues relating to the arms race and nuclear proliferation.

Some students wear uniforms to school each day. Others do not wear uniforms. Is one approach better than the other? Readers are immersed in the debate surrounding school uniforms through the use of informative text that presents multiple points of view. Eye-catching fact boxes, detailed graphic organizers, and full-color photographs enhance this...reading experience. Readers are encouraged to keep an open mind and develop an informed opinion as they explore the many sides of an issue that would directly affect them.

Explores the history of US engagement in the Middle East, its consequences, and its potential benefits through a range of different voices to encourage readers to form their own opinions on this important topic.

A collection of essays presenting varying perspectives on the issue of corporate farming.

Discusses a number of issues related to fossil fuels versus renewable energy.

A look at terrorism, covering terrorism around the world, why people become terrorists, how it can be prevented, and political, spiritual, and moral perspectives.

Discusses a number of issues related to gun control.

Discusses a number of issues related to children playing high-contact sports.

Through a narrative-driven pro/con format supported by relevant facts, quotes, and anecdotes, this book discusses some of the reasons that have led to the rise of Islamic extremism throughout the world.

Explores the lives and daring deeds of spies during the Cold War using photos, original sources, maps, timelines, and little known facts.

Collects thirteen essays that represent a variety of perspectives on student homework, discussing excessive homework, America's achievement culture, academic pressure, and other related topics.

Explores the benefits and drawbacks of school uniforms.

Explores the benefits and drawbacks of homework

Explores the rise of fake news and propaganda across mass media

Although news outlets are meant to be impartial, they have never been perfectly unbiased. Another layer was added to the ongoing debate over the role of news media after the 2016 U.S. presidential election, when allegations of fake news surfaced. How can people know which news sources to trust? This volume explores the fake news phenomenon and offers readers tips on how to be critical of what they see reported.

Are field trips a great way to interest students in a topic? Or are they and expensive - and sometimes kind of boring - waste of time?... Read both sides, make up your own mind.

Looks at the controversies surrounding gun control in the United States.

Text and illustrations look at the arguments for and against doing homework.

A collection of essays presenting varying perspectives on the issues of hacking and freedom of information.

Introduces students to the controversy over whether or not students should have to do homework, examining both sides of the argument and providing information to support both viewpoints.

Describes the conditions and treatment that drove working American children to strike in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, discussing such events as the mill workers' strike in 1834; the coal strikes in 1897, 1900, and 1902; and Mother Jones's 125-mile.

Net neutrality advocates are fighting for government regulation and protection of this . . . frontier. They believe that the internet is now a basic human need and argue that defined rules are essential to the protection of customers and to the encouragement of innovation. Detractors worry that too much government oversight discourages innovation and investment. The viewpoints in this . . . [book] are written by experts with a variety of perspectives about a complex topic that encompasses many fields, including technology, business, and the Constitution.

School dances are an important experience for some people. Others think school dances are overrated and not the best use of school money... do some research and read up on the subject.

Examines the debates about whether kids should have to wear uniforms in school.

People have varied opinions when it comes to summer school. Some think it's an important education option. Other people think summer is meant to be spent outside of the classroom with friends and family... consider both sides and share your opinion.

Provides opposing views on issues related to school lunches.

A collection of essays that examine the issue of the wealth gap in the United States.