Thinking Critically: Performance-Enhancing Drugs

May 1, 2018
Grades 7-12 imely, 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. Performance-Enhancing Drugs poses the questions: Should performance-enhancing drug (PED) use by athletes be acceptable? Does PED testing deter athletes from doping? Are the penalties for PED use inconsistent or unfair? How much do PEDs measurably improve performance? 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.)