Rosen Young Adult imprint: 522 books

Jobs in education can be the most fulfilling and challenging out there. The responsibility to help young minds to flower and develop (and older minds, too) is a great one. This book familiarizes readers with the academic and professional tracks necessary not only for those interested in becoming teachers...

Many young people think inhalants cause no harm because they are everyday items bought by parents, sold in stores, and even advertised on television. The chemicals in the inhalant vapors, however, are poisons. They can change the way the brain works and harm other parts of the body. New users are...

Some young people are surprised to learn that the penalties for drinking and driving are much more severe than getting a traffic ticket due to carelessness or bad judgment. Depending on the state, driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence (DWI/DUI) charge is a misdemeanor or a felony...

Major advances in clean energy technologies are being accomplished every year, creating thousands of new jobs in nearly every discipline. Young people who are interested in a number of subjects, such as science, math, engineering, and technology, may be able to find fulfilling “green” careers. This book explains the vocational landscape within the field of sustainable energy.

The dangers of gang activity are a persistent problem. In response to the potential glamor and rebellion a gang can represent for some young people, this compelling guide explores the dangers of gang involvement, the negative impact it can have on one’s future, and ways to avoid recruitment. This...

Discrimination in the gamer community is rampant, as evidenced by the recent GamerGate controversy. Though females make up 45 percent of all gamers, nearly 90 percent of all game designers are male. This has resulted in troubling portrayals of women in the games, which can leave lasting impressions...

The well-educated son of an Italian family, Verrazzano settled in Dieppe, France, as a young man. This explains why his historic explorations of the coast of eastern North America were undertaken in the name of the French king. During his 1524 journey, Verrazzano recorded a detailed account of the...

Determined to teach youthful users of digital devices how to write code, the mysterious programmer Jonathan Gillette wrote an entertaining and informative guide to the programming language Ruby that he made available online for free. He also designed a free application known as Hackety Hack that teaches...

Though 3D technology has been around for a while, it is now just emerging as a major player in media and technology. This informative book shows young people just how 3D works in movies, gaming, apps, and social media. It then guides readers on what courses to take to develop their tech skills in...

The makerspace movement is as nascent and revolutionary as the technology behind unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), and this volume introduces readers to both fascinating worlds. UAVs are no longer science fiction. Though their surveillance capabilities are controversial, they’re also being used for...

Ritalin is considered by some to be one of the most overprescribed drugs. This book investigates the benefits versus the drawbacks of Ritalin use (both legal and illegal) and the cautions young people and parents should take before using the drug.

Work as an undercover gang investigator is not for everyone. This career guide is for those young people who feel they have the physical and mental toughness and resourcefulness to work in this most difficult of fields. In addition to explaining exactly what personality type is needed and what sorts...

Young adults discover the differences between being stressed and anxious in this informative narrative. They learn about possible triggers of stress and depression--specifically for teens--and how to respond to them. Physical, emotional, behavioral, and cognitive responses to anxiety are outlined...

Since young women today receive conflicting and confusing messages about dating, sexuality, and image, it is not surprising they can find themselves wondering if they've been sexually abused. It is estimated that a sexual assault occurs once every two minutes. That means that teens need to be aware...