Being Female in America

Teen & Young Adult

Harris, Duchess, Ph.D.

Social Issues

Essential Library

Men receive certain privileges that impact the daily lives of women and keep women in lower positions in society. This title takes a look at the history of male privilege, the current issues surrounding this topic, and steps people can take to eliminate sexist practices. Features include a glossary, essential facts, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Male Privilege (Being Female in America)

Abdo Group

Although women today can run for political office, they continue to be underrepresented in the US government. This title takes an inside look at the history of women in politics, the current issues surrounding this topic, and steps people can take to eliminate sexist practices.

Sexism in Politics (Being Female in America)

Zuchora-Walske, Christine

<p>Examines sexism in the media, describing representations of women in various media formats and discussing steps readers can take to eliminate sexist practices.</p>

Sexism in the Media (Being Female in America)

<p>Racism is a problem deeply rooted in American society. Slavery and segregation may no longer be legal, but their legacies still influence the way Black people and other people of color are treated today. Racism exists in the justice system, politics, and the media. Core Library Guide to Racism in Modern America introduces readers to some of the history of racism in the country, how it affects people today, and how some are working toward equal treatment for all people.</p>

Core Library Guide to Racism in Modern America

History

Core Library

Media consumers rely on objectivity from their news sources, but that's not always a realistic expectation. Uncovering Bias in the News looks at the ways in which multiple media outlets can cover the same story in vastly different ways, the reasons for these differences, and how to recognize bias in a news report. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.

Uncovering Bias in the News (News Literacy)

Children's Books

Geography & Cultures

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