Looks at examples of genocide throughout history, including mass killings of people in Nazi Germany, Turkey, the Ukraine, Cambodia, Somalia, Rowanda, and of Native Americans in the U.S.

Presents a biography of Adolf Hitler, and describes his troubled childhood, service in World War One, entrance into politics, and how he was able to maneuver himself into becoming the most powerful dictator of the twentieth century.

"Discusses children and teens on the run during the Holocaust in Europe, including the different ways young people escaped the Nazis, places of refuge in Europe, and hiding and resistance"--Provided by publisher.

Traces the history of slavery in the United States, focusing on the abolition movement and the final steps that freed an enslaved people.

Nine-year-old Tamika uses photographs, school yearbooks, movie ticket stubs, and other mementos to try to restore the memory of her grandmother, who has Alzeheimer's disease.

Examines how geothermal energy, the force underlying hot springs, geysers, and mudpots, is being used as an alternative energy source in various parts of the world.

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of Colorado as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.

Presents an overview of the issues surrounding the debate over biotechnology, discussing abortion, allocation of medical resources, end-of-life issues, and other related topics.