Thinking Critically: Gun Control

May 1, 2018
Grades 7-12 Timely, relevant, and thought-provoking, these volumes in the ongoing Thinking Critically series use a pro-con approach to analyze four issues related to a broader, controversial topic. Complemented by numerous charts and graphs, the accessible books are grounded in researched facts and statistics, quotes by experts in their fields, and a plethora of examples from current events. They open with an overview that relates present laws and/or initiatives and why the topics have become controversial in U.S. society. Gun Control looks at whether gun-control laws reduce gun-related deaths, background checks for gun buyers should be expanded, military-style assault weapons should be banned, and individuals should have the right to carry a concealed handgun. Each title concludes with copious back matter, including source notes, related organizations and websites, a bibliography, and bulleted facts about key issues, which are especially helpful. The reliable resources will bolster student debates and research.(Reprinted with permission of Booklist, copyright 2018, American Library Association.)