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Primary A – F
Primary G – L
Primary M – S
Primary T – W
Secondary A – C
Secondary D – H
Secondary I – M
Secondary N – R

Secondary Resources (S-W)

Sacha Mama; Mother Jungle
This case study of a sustainable development scheme in the Amazonian forest, provides information on the rainforest environment, climate, migration and settlement, and ecotourism. Teacher’s booklet contains lesson ideas, activities, photocopiable sheets and 10 A4 discussion photos.
£14.95
PA-116

Salaam Bangladesh
Complete set of introductory materials to Bangladesh: 20 Bangladesh in Brief Sheets, 15 Bangladesh Mapcards and one copy of Countryfile Bangladesh. Enclosed in a PVC container.
£45.00
PA-103

Bangladesh in Brief (Set of 20)
Four page introduction to contemporary Bangladesh, examining land, people, economy, trade and development. Includes photos, statistics, maps and graphs.
£15.00
L-212

Bangladesh Mapcard (Set of 15)

A4 full colour map, illustrating the main physical and human features of Bangladesh. Basic country statistics, including economic and social data, is given on the reverse.
£14.50
M-7

Countryfile Bangladesh
Nine, four-page units, with maps, tables and graphs, which look at aspects of Bangladesh’s economy, geography and development. Fully photocopiable. Includes student activities.
£19.50
PA-56

Shifting Sands
The green revolution and the Indira Gandhi Canal have affected the lives, agriculture and environment of people living in the Thar desert. This pack, including detailed background information, activity ideas and 24 colour photographs explores some of the issues.
£12.99
PA-210

Southern Perspectives on Development Series
Set of five handbooks which support the teaching of Geography at Key Stage 3 & Key Stage 4 (in particular the themes of development, economic activity, population and settlement). Each book (72 pp) contains photocopiable students’ pages, ready-to-use exercises and activities and background information. Available as a set or individually.
£42.00
B-453

Starting Points
Looks at the power of words and images; at what development means; poverty and interdependence.
£9.75
B-448

Colonialism and its Legacy
Looks at the south before colonialism; European expansion; social and economic impacts of colonialism; independence and neo-colonialism. £9.75
B-449

Distribution of People and Resources
Looks at levels of consumption; food; health and population.
£9.75
B-450

Production and its effects
Looks at work; the transnational economy; migration and urbanisation; technology and sustainability.
£9.75
B-451

Rights and Choices
Looks at human rights; models of development; asks questions about aid; explores working for change.
£9.75
B-452

St Philip
Role play encouraging discussion about tourism and its implications for a developing world island.
£3.50
G-31

Sustainable Development
Recognising the importance of sustainable development as the way forward for the future, this book presents A level students with an analysis of the debates involved. Case studies range from the local to the global and cover a variety of locations, presenting information and data to back up viewpoints and encouraging students to discuss values, attitudes and responsibility.
£7.00
B-142

Teacher Relief 2 – The Sequel
Activity pack, including a video with footage which looks at key development issues and asks two main questions. Why are people in Africa poor? What does it have to do with us? Support materials include classroom teaching ideas, games and role plays.
£16.50
PA-213

Technology, Who Needs It?
Introduction to technology and appropriate technology, with teacher’s notes and photocopiable pupil activity sheets.
£6.00
PA-57

Third World
Comprehensive A level text, which looks at different aspects of development, including: the problem of defining development; the role of women; newly industrialising countries; environmental degradation and housing issues.
£17.50
B-518

Third World Atlas
Historical and contemporary view of the developing world. The atlas asks three main questions: What is the third world? How was it made? What changes are taking place? Issues of industrialisation, environmental degradation, famine, migration and gender all feature.
£15.75
B-567

Tourism: environment and development perspectives
Tourism is a major source of foreign income. It can make an enormous impact on social, economic and cultural aspects of life. Who wins and who loses? This book uses case studies, backed up by activities, to explore some of the advantages and disadvantages of tourism.
£10.60
B-486

Trading Game
How does trade affect the prosperity of a country? A game which helps demonstrate the implications, risks and benefits of trade.
£3.00
G-10

Trading Trainers Game
Set in an imaginary shanty town in Latin America, this game raises questions about why some people remain poor even though they work very hard.
£2.00
G-7

Travel Map of Namibia
Large (600 x 690 mm) colour map of Namibia at 1:2 million scale, illustrated with photographs, climate data and town plans as well as a large-scale map of Etosha National Park.
£5.50
M-10

Tropical Rainforests (Poster)
Colour photographic wallchart (76cm x 100cm) shows how rainforests around the world are being destroyed.
£8.75
W-54

Views from Brazil
Profiles six individuals from different backgrounds, living in different regions of Brazil. Each profile is accompanied by questions for discussion and activities.
£2.50
PA-165

We Are What We Eat
Focuses on the food we eat, where it comes from, what food we buy and why we buy it. The focus moves from a personal look at food to a wider global view. Teacher’s notes, photocopiable activity sheets and ideas for discussion support the book.
£6.75
B-433

Young Lives in India
Containing detailed accounts of the lives of three children living in India, this photocopiable pack encourages pupils to make comparisons between the lives of young people within India and between India and the UK. Wider issues, such as migration, child labour and India’s future are also considered. The pack includes 12 laminated photocards.
£19.50
PA-111

Young Lives in India – additional photocard sets
12 A4 photocards which show the everyday lives of three children in different areas of India.
£2.00
PA-112