Is Global Warming a Threat?

Conversations about the effects of global warming dominate our media and political discussions. This comprehensive anthology tackles the various issues surrounding this increasingly worrisome reality, offering readers a variety of perspectives. Debating essays include whether it is caused by human activity, and whether it is actually beneficial. Includes primary and secondary sources from a variety of perspectives; eyewitnesses, scientific journals, government officials, and many others.

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Review: Is Global Warming a Threat?Each 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
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Grades
10-12+
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Grades
9-12+
Details:
Product type: Paperback Book
ISBN: 978-0-7377-3688-5
Author: David M. Haugen
Copyright: 2008
Reading Level: Grades 10-12+
Interest Level: Grades 9-12+
Dimensions: 6" x 9"