Distracted Driving
This book examines the topic of distracted driving by presenting memorable essays that will hopefully leave an impression on young drivers. Readers explore the seriousness of the distracted driving problem in the United States, the impact of cell phone use and texting on driving effectiveness, and other potential driving distractions, such as pets, children, navigation systems, and eating.
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Review: Distracted DrivingEach well-chosen selection raises fascinating questions about the legal and ethical aspects of each issue, inviting teens' empathy with personal histories as well as facts. With up-to-date, relevant resource lists and expertly edited selections, these volumes, like others in the venerable series, are natural choices to support high-school debates and classroom discussion.Booklist, March 2011