May 29-June 5: Should the use of transfats in foods be regulated? 3B-19

Should the use of transfats in foods be regulated?  3B-19

compile -- odds --  predominantly  -- widespread -- regulation

Teenbiz Readings

1. Star Cooks Teach Healthy Eating
2. Happy Meals Healthy Enough?
3. Taking Good News To Heart
4. Shopping with the Stars
5. What's On My Plate
6. What Are You Eating?

Link to idebate.org materials on the topic of trans fats: 

This House would ban the use of trans fats in food stuffs

Link to site describing dangers of food additive called TBHQ
TBHQ - Why this preservative should be avoided

May 13-24: ARE CHILD ACTORS EXPLOITED BY THE FILM AND TV INDUSTRY?

Are Child actors exploited by the film and TV Industry?

emerge -- exploit -- furthermore -- confront -- interfere

Reading Comprehension Questions from the Topic Introduction:

1. Why is Honey Boo Boo popular with American audiences?
2. Why do some people think shows like Honey Boo Boo and Toddlers and Tiaras exploit young children?
3. 
   Why do some people think that children who view shows like these might benefit from watching other children on reality TV shows?
4. Why does the passage include information about actress Emma Watson?
5. Do you think that children should be able to participate on reality TV shows? 
   

TEEN BIZ READINGS for Week of May 13-17
1.  New Rules for Young Farmers
2.  Runway Rights
3.  Private!  Keep Out!

Debate site for topic:                                        Ban Child Performers       LINK

Debate site for topic:    Reality TV Shows do more harm than Good        LINK

Week of May 6 - 10: Illegal Firearms

Should Handguns be Illegal?

A sign on building entrances

scheme -- subsequently -- dominant -- import -- commission

Word Generation Topic Introduction Questions

1. Why was it easy for Cho to get a gun?
2. What crime did Cho commit with his gun?
3. Why do some people believe that handguns should be illegal?
4. Why do other people think handguns should be allowed?
5. Do you think laws against owning handguns would have stopped Cho from carrying out his scheme?

TEENBIZ READINGS FOR WEEK OF MAY 6 - 10

1.  Starbucks Under Fire:     Monday, May 6th
2.  Can Cities Stop Gangs:   Wednesday, May 8th
3.  Remembering Gandhi:    Thursday, May 9th

WORD ILLUSTRATIONS   Due Thursday, May 9th