Inside the Tobacco Industry
Some commodities command massive economic, social, and political influence. This title examines the business around tobacco, a popular but much-debated luxury item. It explores the history of tobacco use, how tobacco's impact on human health came to be understood, and future trends for the industry. Features include essential facts, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Interest Level | Grade 6 - Grade 12 |
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Reading Level | Grade 8 |
BISACS | JNF010000, JNF025000 |
Genre | Nonfiction |
Subject | Social Studies |
Copyright | 2017 |
Division | Abdo Publishing |
Imprint | Essential Library |
Language | English |
Number of Pages | 112 |
Season | 2016-12-15 |
ISBN | 9781680783759, 9781680797282 |
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Title Format | Reinforced Library Bound Hardcovers, Anywhere eBooks |
Dewey | 338.4 |
Graphics | Full-color photographs |
Dimensions | 9.75 x 8.5 |
Lexile | 1070 |
Guided Reading Level | X |
ATOS Reading Level | 7.8 |
ATOS Interest Level | MG+ |
Accelerated Reader® Quiz | 188781 |
Accelerated Reader® Points | 2.0 |
Features | Detailed maps, Glossary of key words, Reviewed, Table of contents, and Timeline of key events |
Online Resources | FREE! Booklinks Nonfiction Network |
Big Business - School Library Connection
A welcome addition to any collection. . . . Colorful pictures and sidebars are mixed with text that provides historic and future perspectives. . . .[and is] well-researched with illustrations ranging from photographs to colorful drawings to works of art. Reluctant readers will find the eye-catching sidebars coupled with the text interesting and easy to understand. . . . Recommended.
Big Business – School Library Journal, Series Made Simple
An absorbing, thorough look at the production of commonly used natural resources and their by-products. Economic, legislative, and environmental factors as well as new technologies and the future of each enterprise are also presented. World history plays a large albeit unexpected role, too, as each volume presents an intriguing look at significant historical events that have shaped each product. . . . Visuals are relevant and well placed, consisting mainly of photos or archival drawings. A global production map in the back matter reinforces the international nature of these businesses. An essential facts section, which includes historical impact, statistics, and figures, also furthers the set’s merit. . . .an expansive look at the many aspects and implications of vital world industries. . .