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Humans have used cannabis for thousands of years, since Neolithic peoples sought out its medicinal benefits. But for the past century, its use has been largely criminalized. Stigma around cannabis has made it difficult for people of all ages to get straightforward answers about how to minimize health risks related to cannabis consumption or to understand how the plant has shaped and continues to shape society today. In Weed: Cannabis Culture in the Americas, culture writer Caitlin Donohue crafts a comprehensive and thought-provoking review of cannabis in the Western Hemisphere.

As a teen girl, you are likely feeling pressure and stress from every direction. Having good, healthy relationships with friends you can count on makes all the difference. In this guide, psychologist and teen expert Lucie Hemmen offers ten tips to guide you toward creating and maintaining the social life you want. Even better, the real experts that make this guide special are older teen girls who have recently been where you are now—and have plenty to say about it.

Today’s teens may travel to the Moon in their lifetimes. This primer on what to know for a future in space combines technology and science with law and policy for a fascinating look at a very timely subject. For teens who are space fans, this book is loaded with fascinating facts, great...

From Samantha Seiple, the award-winning author of Ghosts in the Fog, comes the first book for young adults to tell the story of Allan Pinkerton, America's first private eye. Lincoln's Spymaster tells the dangerous and action-packed adventures of Allan Pinkerton, America's first private eye and Lincoln's most trusted spymaster.

Imagine waking up every morning with the confidence and assertiveness to lead your day. You have successfully tackled overwhelm, stress, and limiting emotions, you have boosted your focus and concentration, dealt with peer pressure, and have finally managed to navigate relationships smoothly. How great would that feel? Written by a mom of a teenager turning adult, with years of research and hands-on experience who has walked the same path with her own teen, don’t miss out on the opportunity to transform your life!

Quasi il 40% della popolazione mondiale gioca ai videogiochi. Che si tratti di smartphone, console o PC, l'industria del gioco è in rapida crescita, senza segni di stagnazione. Ma lei probabilmente fa parte di una percentuale molto più piccola, perché non si limita a giocare qualche partita a Candy Crush nel tempo libero di tanto in tanto, ma lo fa un po' più seriamente. Forse ha pensato a cosa significherebbe essere un e-atleta, oppure sa benissimo che il grado successivo è alla sua portata.

Here and Queer is a helpful, friendly audio guide, full of support and advice about living your best queer life, written for girls. This vibrant, inclusive guide, designed for all kinds of girls, is designed to help you be the strongest, proudest, happiest version of yourself! A celebration of...

Seriously Happy is a highly practical self-help guide exploring 10 life-changing lessons based on teachings of the ancient philosophers. YA readers are encouraged to discover how Stoicism can improve your mental resilience; the calming, meditative influence of Zen; the decision-making prowess of...