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Books > Children's & Educational > Social studies > Sociology & social issues > Work & industry / world of work > General
Emergency Rescue describes the men and women of the emergency
services and shows how they help people in trouble. Read it
yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling reading
series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who
are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each
Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many
key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as
well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and
practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated
words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four
different levels of books support children all the way from very
first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each
book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can
be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session
at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful
notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information
for use in schools. Emergency Rescue is a Level 2 Read it yourself
book, ideal for children who have received some initial reading
instruction and can read short, simple sentences with help.
Hard work makes the world go round. Hard work produces life's great
rewards. Hard work makes us happy. So now let us use our freedom of
speech to honor hard work.
The At Issue series includes a wide range of opinion on a single
controversial subject. Each volume includes primary and secondary
sources from a variety of perspectives -- eyewitnesses, scientific
journals, government officials and many others. Extensive
bibliographies and annotated lists of relevant organizations to
contact offer a gateway to future research.
This title introduces readers to the people who work at airports.
Easy-to-read text, labeled photos, and a picture glossary make this
book the perfect introduction to the topic.
For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series
has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With
more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial
contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for
libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each
title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a
unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide
range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and
publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including
both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial
team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity.
Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue
awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing
Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the
issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing
world.
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