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Book SynopsisHelp the United Nations to save the world! On 25 September 2015, world leaders at the UN adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These new Goals, which universally apply to all people, are a call to take action to end all forms of poverty, fight inequalities and tackle climate change, while ensuring no one is left behind. For the Goals to be reached, it is not just the actions of governments and businesses that are important - you can help the UN save the world, too! Produced in support of the United Nations, 17 Ways to Save the World is an accessible guide to how you can help the UN achieve their 17 Sustainable Development Goals. As well as charting the global issues identified in the Goals, this book will demonstrate how small lifestyle changes can help in solving the world''s biggest issues, empowering you to actively pursue a more sustainable future. This book is the perfect tool for kids aged 9+ looking to make a

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Book SynopsisCreated in partnership with UNESCO, this book follows 'Team Planet', a group of children who learn about living heritage and why this needs protecting

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Book SynopsisThis book explores the many aspects of Autism in a child-friendly way. It is part of a hands-on series of picture books designed to help children with their questions and feelings about tricky topics that can be hard to talk about. This book offers practical help, tips and advice an well as exploring everyday situations, supported by, exquisite and approachable illustrations to give a comforting story book feel, particularly suited to 5-7 year olds, but with scope to appeal to both younger and older children. A perfect aid to help children open up and explore how they feel and give steps they can take to help them cope.

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Book SynopsisFor a series of non-fiction readers which provides cross-curricular / CLIL content with activities, project work and stunning full-colour photographs, look no further than Oxford Read and Discover. The fascinating information and eye-catching images in these exciting new books appeal to a wide range of students. A comprehensive range of non-fiction topics that can be used for cross-curricular work makes it easy to bring CLIL into your classroom and motivate your students. The series covers three broad curriculum areas: The World of Science and TechnologyThe Natural WorldThe World of Arts and Social StudiesThe flexible design of the books provides both free and supported reading opportunities. The activity pages at the back allow for uninterrupted reading. The Picture Dictionary or Glossary, depending on the level, is always at hand to offer extra support. Two projects in every book give students the chance to practise their research and presentation skills. Audio recordings of all the books, in both American and British English, bring the language to life and help with pronunciation. The Teacher''s Handbook gives lesson planning and CLIL guidance, plus all the activity answers. The content summary is a great selector tool. Visit the teacher's website for a digital version of the Teacher's Handbook, as well as Activity Book answer keys and more resources: www.oup.com/elt/teacher/readanddiscover

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Book SynopsisExplore ways to find happiness with children all around the world

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Book SynopsisCreated in partnership with UNESCO, this book follows 'Team Planet', a group of children who learn about different places around the world and why these areas need protecting

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Book SynopsisThis book explains civil rights, and the reasons why LGBTQ+ people have had to fight for equal rights, in an accessible way for younger readers.Included is a foreword by Amy Lamé, who is a prominent LGBTQ+ activist and advocate, broadcaster and London Night Czar.This chronological selection of key civil rights moments and movements explains in a child-friendly way the reasons why LGBTQ+ people have faced prejudice, violence and closed minds, and the ways they have overcome many obstacles on the path to equality. It looks at historical examples, such as attitudes in ancient Egypt and early LGBTQ+ organisations, along with modern events, such as the alarm over the cause of HIV/AIDS, Pride marches, same-sex marriage and transgender rights.Prominent civil rights campaigners and figures are featured and a timeline helps readers to see at a glance how the fight for LGBTQ+ rights has evolved over time. Sensitive illustrations illuminate the text and heTable of Contents 1: The rights to be who you are 1: LGBTQ+ in the past 1: LGBTQ+ rights 1: Taking a stand 1: Marching with pride 1: LGBTQ+ leaders 1: LGBTQ+ and the armed forces 1: LGBTQ+ in sport 1: HIV, AIDS and prejudice 1: Same-sex partners 1: Peaceful protests 1: Transgender rights 1: LGBTQ+ rights today 1: LGBTQ+ timeline 1: Glossary and further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis book explains civil rights and the reasons why refugees flee their homelands in an accessible way for younger readers.Included is a foreword by award-winning journalist and television presenter, Nelufar Hedayat. Born in Afghanistan, she came to Britain as a refugee, which has shaped her work.A chronological selection of key civil rights moments and movements regarding refugees is explained in a child-friendly way. This book examines some of the reasons why people flee their homelands and the ways they are treated when they arrive in new lands. It looks at historical examples, such as the Huguenots and World War refugees, along with modern crises, such as Syria, refugee camps in Africa and those fleeing violence in South and Central America. Prominent civil rights campaigners and figures are featured and a timeline helps readers to see at a glance how the fight for refugee rights has evolved over time. Sensitive illustrations illuminate the Table of Contents 1: Forced to flee 1: Early refugees 1: From homelands to no lands 1: Second World War refugees 1: Refugee rights 1: Helping refugees 1: Refugees on the move 1: Sporting refugees 1: Refugees in camps 1: Refugee children 1: Challenging prejudice 1: Refugee rights today 1: Refugees of the world 1: Refugee timeline 1: Glossary and further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis charming picture book for children aged 4 plus, illustrated by Ukrainian-American artist Sofia Moore, explores times when children find it difficult to find courage and offers some great solutions. Mia and Jackson want to go to the firework display but are scared. Meanwhile, around the world, Adam finds the courage to stand up to bullying, Abeo finds the courage to keep trying to learn to dance and Anish admits to her mistakes. What will work for Mia and Jackson? The book is packed with different situations and explores ways we can find courage, such as practising new things, talking about worries and learning about fears. The situations range from fear of thunderstorms, trying new things and big changes such as starting a new school. Finding Courage is part of the series A World Full of Feelings, which explores emotions and feelings and depicts different cultures around the world through the illustrations, promoting cultural understanding and emp

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Book SynopsisThis charming picture book for children aged 4 plus, illustrated by Ukrainian-American artist Sofia Moore, explores times when children find it difficult to be kind and offers some great solutions. Mia and Jackson have fallen out and are not talking to each other. Meanwhile, around the world, other children are learning to be kind by sharing and by helping others and nature. What will Mia and Jackson do? The book is packed with different situations and explores ways we can be kind and build empathy, from including others in games to ''passing on'' kindness. The situations range from interactions with friends and family, to teachers and people we will never meet in worse situations than us. Finding Kindness is part of the series A World Full of Feelings, which explores emotions and feelings and depicts different cultures around the world through the illustrations, promoting cultural understanding and empathy. The other titles are Finding Courage, Findin

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Book SynopsisAn exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with forests and looks at how climate change is changing the pictureForests are different around the world. They range from hot, damp rainforests to icy taiga forests, but all of them offer a home for animals and plants, precious natural resources and beautiful places to have fun, spot nature and find calm. But forests are under threat from climate change, habitat loss and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious forests, as well as enjoy them. Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.Titles in the series:Our CitiesOur ForestsOur Oceans Our Skies

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Book SynopsisAn exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with cities, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.More than half of the people in the world live in cities! They give us places to live, exciting place to visit and offer a home to a huge variety of animals, from speedy swifts to prowling foxes. But our cities are especially at risk from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious cities, as well as enjoy them.Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisAn exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with cities, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.More than half of the people in the world live in cities! They give us places to live, exciting place to visit and offer a home to a huge variety of animals, from speedy swifts to prowling foxes. But our cities are especially at risk from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious cities, as well as enjoy them.Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisCreated in partnership with UNESCO, this book follows 'Team Planet', a group of children who learn about different cities around the world and why these areas need protecting

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Book SynopsisAn exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with the skies, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.The skies make life on Earth possible! They give us weather, the air that we breathe, reveal the stars above us and offer a home to birds, butterflies and many other animals. But the skies and our air are under threat from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious skies, as well as enjoy them.Children''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisCreated in partnership with UNESCO, this book follows 'Team Planet', a group of children who learn about geoparks around the world and why these areas need protecting

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Book SynopsisSupporting the geography curriculum for KS2, this beautiful book gives readers core information about desert biomes - where they are found and what their geography is like, the special adaptations of the vegetation and animals, how people live in these regions and how human influences on the environment have ramifications for the future.Table of Contents 1: What is a Desert Biome? 2: Where are Deserts? 3: Sonoran Desert 4: Sahara Desert 4: Arabian Desert 5: Gobi Desert 6: Antarctica 7: Desert Life Cycles 8: Desert Food Chains 9: People in the Desert 10: Using Desert Resources 11: Desert Changes 12: Desert Futures 13: Glossary 14: Further Information 15: Index

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Book SynopsisThe Children in Our World picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand why it's important to protect the environment, what climate change and global warming is, and why we should cut pollution and recycle.Where issues aren't appropriate to describe in words, Hanane Kai's striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise the issues with images that are suited to their age.Table of Contents 1: Planet Earth 1: Making a Mess 1: Pollution 1: Global Warming 1: Too Much Stuff! 1: Forests Under Threat 1: A World of Waste 1: People Who Help 1: Reduce Waste 1: Reuse 1: Recycle 1: Use Less Power 1: Enjoy Our Planet! 1: Find Out More 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated picture book about death and grief is a compassionate and informative book that helps young children navigate the complexities of loss. With gentle language and relatable examples, this fact-filled guide sensitively explores death, grief and coping strategies and is useful guide to share either with a child who has experienced loss, or with a child who simply has questions about this difficult topic.The Children in Our World picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand why people have different cultures, what are customs and traditions and why understanding people from other cultures is important.Where issues aren''t appropriate to describe in words, Hanane Kai''s striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise the issues with images that are suited to their age.

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated picture book about death and grief is a compassionate and informative book that helps young children navigate the complexities of loss. With gentle language and relatable examples, this fact-filled guide sensitively explores death, grief and coping strategies and is useful guide to share either with a child who has experienced loss, or with a child who simply has questions about this difficult topic.The Children in Our World picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand why people have different cultures, what are customs and traditions and why understanding people from other cultures is important.Where issues aren't appropriate to describe in words, Hanane Kai's striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise the issues with images that are suited to their age.Table of Contents 1: What is Death? 1: When Do People Die? 1: What Happens After Someone Dies? 1: Funerals 1: Burial, Cremation and Reincarnation 1: How People Grieve 1: Talking about Death 1: Remembering Loved Ones 1: Coping With Grief 1: Find Out More 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisOnce, there were 100,000 tigers in the world, but now these beautiful creatures are under threat of extinction. Find out the reasons for the decrease in tiger numbers, and what we can do to change it, in this photographic information book by Louise Spilsbury.Collins Big Cat Progress builds confidence, helping struggling pupils not only to read, but to love readingDual-banded books provide age-appropriate interest level material matched with a lower reading ability levelEvery book is levelled by reading expert Cliff Moon to ensure precise, systematic, measurable progression to help close the ability gapThe books use a range of reading strategies: phonic, graphic, syntactic and contextual to build confident, accurate, fluent readersDesigned to build speaking and listening skills, as well as reading skills, the books are highly visual and include incredible illustrations and photographsEvery book has a Key Stage 2 look-and-feel to engage older pupils and avoid stigmatisationTopics are rel

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Let's cook blackcurrant jam! Find out how blackcurrant jam is made in the photographic non-fiction book.Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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Book SynopsisSpace is full of mysteries! What can be found on Mars and other planets? Are there planets like Earth? Could there be aliens in space? What have astronauts who have lived on the International Space Station learned? Find out about the tools and vehicles scientists use to study space today and how they hope to do it in the future.

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Book SynopsisBooks that take a look at issues from two sides to encourage positive and proactive engagement with difficult situationsTable of Contents 1: Prejudice and racism 1: I don't want special treatment 1: Think again 1: Words matter 1: A new approach 1: That's not fair! 1: Making a list 1: Ruling out racism 1: Getting to know you 1: I'm not who they think I am 1: The blame game 1: Celebrating differences 1: Coping with prejudice and racism 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Helplines and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that take a look at issues from two sides to encourage positive and proactive engagement with difficult situationsTable of Contents 1: What are mental health problems? 1: Stressed by School 1: Exploring solutions 1: I don't have a problems 1: Trying to help 1: I live in fear 1: Finding calmness 1: Worn down by worry 1: Sharing concerns 1: Dealing with pain 1: The blame game 1: A new understanding 1: Mental health matters! 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Helplines and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that take a look at issues from two sides to encourage positive and proactive engagement with difficult situationsTable of Contents 1: Social media problems 1: FOMO is no fun 1: Talk it out 1: Take time out 1: A digital detox! 1: Picture perfect 1: Body positive 1: Password problems 1: A new profile 1: Meeting people online 1: Alarm bells ring 1: The awful truth 1: Be social media savvy 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Helplines and index

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Book SynopsisAn introductory book on the powerful topic of human rights throughout history and the impact it has on our lives todayTable of Contents 1: What are human rights? 1: Human rights in the past 1: Rights and revolution 1: After the Second World War 1: Children's rights 1: Fighting for women's rights 1: Freedom from violence 1: Freedom from slavery 1: School for all children 1: The right to speak our minds 1: The right to water 1: The right to a healthy world 1: Human rights today 1: Human rights timeline 1: Glossary and books to read 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThis charming picture book for children aged 4 plus, illustrated by Ukrainian-American artist Sofia Moore, explores sadness and happiness and offers some advice for children for learning positivity and finding happiness. Mia and Jackson are sad because they have to say goodbye to their grandparents. Meanwhile, around the world, Li Na plays the three good things game, Asim helps his neighbour, Finn learns a new skill and Mateo shares his worries. What will work for Mia and Jackson? The book is packed with different situations and explores ways we can find happiness, such as setting yourself challenges, making plans for the future, sharing feelings and finding the little things you love. The situations range from dealing with boredom to more difficult feelings of deeper sadness.Finding Happiness is part of the series A World Full of Feelings, which explores emotions and feelings and depicts different cultures around the world through the illustrations,

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Book SynopsisExplore ways to stay calm with children all around the world

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Book SynopsisThis charming picture book for children aged 4 plus, illustrated by Ukrainian-American artist Sofia Moore, explores times when children find it difficult to find courage and offers some great solutions. Mia and Jackson want to go to the firework display but are scared. Meanwhile, around the world, Adam finds the courage to stand up to bullying, Abeo finds the courage to keep trying to learn to dance and Anish admits to her mistakes. What will work for Mia and Jackson? The book is packed with different situations and explores ways we can find courage, such as practising new things, talking about worries and learning about fears. The situations range from fear of thunderstorms, trying new things and big changes such as starting a new school. Finding Courage is part of the series A World Full of Feelings, which explores emotions and feelings and depicts different cultures around the world through the illustrations, promoting cultural understanding and emp

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Book SynopsisThis charming picture book for children aged 4 plus, illustrated by Ukrainian-American artist Sofia Moore, explores times when children find it difficult to be kind and offers some great solutions. Mia and Jackson have fallen out and are not talking to each other. Meanwhile, around the world, other children are learning to be kind by sharing and by helping others and nature. What will Mia and Jackson do? The book is packed with different situations and explores ways we can be kind and build empathy, from including others in games to ''passing on'' kindness. The situations range from interactions with friends and family, to teachers and people we will never meet in worse situations than us. Finding Kindness is part of the series A World Full of Feelings, which explores emotions and feelings and depicts different cultures around the world through the illustrations, promoting cultural understanding and empathy. The other titles are Finding Courage, Findin

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Book SynopsisYou might want to read this book because you are being bullied. Or maybe you know a person who is being bullied and you want to help them. Or perhaps you''re worried that you''re a bully and you want to understand why and how to stop... There are things you can do and there are things that other people can do to help you. This book will help you to get through this. Topics covered include frenemies, physical bullying, name-calling, teasing, being left out, cyberbullying and how to get help.Consultants from the Anti-Bullying Alliance provide expert advice and information.Other titles in The Kids'' Guide series:Anti-RacismDealing with AnxietyDealing with DivorceDealing with DeathUnderstanding Autism

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Book SynopsisAn exquisitely illustrated picture book that explores our relationship with the oceans, and looks at how climate change is changing the picture.Oceans are amazing! These huge areas of saltwater cover two-thirds of our world and are home to countless animals and plants. They offer us rich natural resources, places to work and beautiful surroundings where we can have fun, spot nature and relax. But the oceans are under threat from climate change and pollution. Find out how we can all help to look after our precious oceans, as well as enjoy them.Titles in the series:Our CitiesOur ForestsOur Oceans Our SkiesChildren''s Planet is a beautifully illustrated series of picture books that encourage children to engage with and enjoy our precious natural surroundings. Perfect for children aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisSome reptiles have superhero skills! Did you know that chameleons can look in two directions at once? Discover more superhero talents of the reptile world.

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient China. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the ancient Chinese!

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient Egypt. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the ancient Egyptians!

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices of the Aztecs. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Aztecs!

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices of the ancient Romans! This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the ancient Romans!

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Book SynopsisUncover some of the most chilling practices of the Vikings. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Vikings!

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