Issue 1: March 2009: Focus on Global Issues

Within this issue, we've focused on the ever-rising global issues that we are all are now faced with. Recent global events such as the war in Iraq and the Bali bombings pose questions about our relationship with other countries and how people overcome injustice.

Other topical issues that also frequently arise are the effects of global warming and how everyone young and old can help, living healthy lifestyles and what can happen if we don't!

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Sample spread from the series
Content page or list of each book in the series
Other titles in the series not mentioned in the newsletter

Global Issues

Publisher: Wayland Edition: HB Aus Price: $37.99 Age: 10+

There are 6 titles in this series which explore hard-hitting topics that affect us all today, told through the voices of the people involved.
Contains real-life case studies of victims, perpetrators, campaigners, soldiers and politicians and events - excellent for class discussions. Read More...

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Global Questions

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $35.99 Age: 10+

This series (6 books) takes an in-depth look at some of the major social and political issues that feature on the front pages of today's newspapers. Read More...

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One Small Step

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $35.99 Age: 5+

This informative series (6 books) introduces young readers to key environmental issues and how to address them for a better future. Read More...

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What Happens When We Recycle

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $37.99 Age: 5+

An engaging and very visual new series (6 books) that introduces young readers to the idea of the recycling process. Read More...

When you click to read more you will be directed to a UK based website. Remember to order books from this series from your preferred Australian supplier using the downloadable order form on the right of this page.

The World Today

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $35.99 Age: 10+

Young people are often interested and concerned by the big topical issues that dominate the news today. This exciting new series (4 books) examines these issues in a comprehensive way. Read More...

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Environment Action

Publisher: Wayland Edition: PB Aus Price: $22.99 Age: 10+

The books (4 books) include practical activities, perfect for school and home use. Boxes throughout present interesting information and facts about preserving the environment. Read More...

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Explaining...

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $37.99 Age: 10+

An informative and thought-provoking new series (6 books) that takes an in-depth look at common illnesses and disabilities. Read More...

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People Under Threat

Publisher: Wayland Edition: HB Aus Price: $37.99 Age: 10+

People Under Threat (4 books) introduces readers to people from different parts of the world whose culture and way of life is under threat from western influences. Read More...

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Talk About

Publisher: Wayland Edition: HB Aus Price: $37.99 Age: 10+

Growing up involves making decisions and taking responsibility for your life. Each book in this series (5 books featured) explores an issue that may affect young people's lives. Read More...

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21st Century Debates

Publisher: Wayland Edition: PB Aus Price: $26.99 Age: 10+

In depth, thoroughly researced coverage of the issues surrounding contemporary debates. (2 Books) Read More...

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Other new series now available to consider

To The Limit

Publisher: Wayland Edition: PB Aus Price: $22.99 Age: 10+

A chance to enter the world of some of the most exicting sports on the planet. Whether you're an absolute beginner, or already know the basics, this series (6 books) has all the information you need. Read More...

When you click to read more you will be directed to a UK based website. Remember to order books from this series from your preferred Australian supplier using the downloadable order form on the right of this page.

Looking at Countries

Publisher: Franklin Watts Edition: HB Aus Price: $35.99 Age: 10+

Introduces countries using large photographs and simple text. Includes landscapes, weather and climate, and the everyday lives of people. Features facts and figures and a language page with translations of common words. Currently available in Australia Iran, The Congo, Germany, Ireland, Isreal Read More...

When you click to read more you will be directed to a UK based website. Remember to order books from this series from your preferred Australian supplier using the downloadable order form on the right of this page.