Mass Shootings in America looks at the history of mass shootings, from the 1966 mass shooting at the University of Texas, Austin, to the 2018 MSD High School shooting. The debates surrounding gun rights are also explored. The book encourages readers to form their own opinions. Features include a glossary, references, 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. - from publisher.

What is a mass shooting? -- The history of mass shootings -- An American problem? -- Profile of a shooter -- US culture and mass shootings -- The gun debate -- Preventing school shootings -- Surviving a mass shooting -- Heal, forgive, and advocate.