Non-fiction style selections are provided as a supplement to many of our fictional selections. They include vocabulary guides, multiple choice assessments, and either an anticipation reaction guide or discussion questions.
 | New! Recognizing the Signs of an Unhealthy Relationship
Find out if you're headed down the wrong road by assessing your relationship.
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| Confessions of a Black Butterfly It was the 1970s, a time of great change in America. And in one kindergarten class, an African-American little girl is placed in the advanced "butterfly" reading group. Will this be an honor or a curse? Explore race and educational labeling through this reflective essay. |
| Anti-Hazing Policy
Read a statement on hazing in this simulated college student code of conduct. Fiction Connection: "The Lock-In" |
| Baby Moses Law
Explore the pros and cons of safe haven laws, which give a mother the right to safely relinquish custody of an infant to the state without question or consequence. Fiction Connection: "Accused" |
| Look Ahead
Where do you see yourself in 5 years? 10 years? 15 years? If you’ve never asked yourself these questions, maybe you should.
Fiction Connection: "Ready for a Change", "Yesterday's Future Came Today" |
| No Second Chances
Meet people who learned the hard way: pranks, jokes, and ignorance are not laughing matters. Fiction Connection: "It Happened on a Friday" |
| Sexual Assault
Teens are especially susceptible to sexual assault. Learn how to reduce the risk of sexual assault, and find out how to get help for victims. Fiction Connection: "A Night to Remember" |
| Top Five Strategies
Heed advice from a test-making expert on how to increase chances of success on assessments. Fiction Connection: "Testing Terrance", "A Second Opinion" |
| To the Barrio and Back
Read a review of To the Barrio and Back, a book written by Romelia Gonzales. Ms. Gonzales is a successful entrepreneur who turned her bi-lingual background into a thriving business. Fiction Connection: "Everything to Live For" |
| The Truth about Marijuana
Dispel some of the most common myths about this often underestimated drug. Fiction Connection: "Broken Promises" |
 | Two Sides of the System
Undoubtedly, our nation’s foster care system saves thousands of children each year from abuse and neglect. But like every other widespread organization, there are problems. |
