Study & Master Life Skills has been specially developed to support the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS). The comprehensive Learner's Book: * provides activities that develop learners' knowledge and understanding of each of the topics covered in the Life Skills curriculum * contains Weekly Readings especially developed for the series * offers current and relevant content set out according to the curriculum document * gives clear, illustrated instructions for Physical Education and Creative Arts activities. It also has an innovative Teacher's Guide with CD-ROM.

If you want to use words to change the world, keep reading... Be empowered to make a real difference to the issues you care about with this inspiring and insightful book. * Explore the power of language and discover how it influences the way we think and behave * Learn why using our voices is so important, and the many ways people are unfairly silenced * Investigate media bias and fake news, and learn how to spot and squash misinformation * Have go at different types of activism - from vlogging to art, demonstrations to debates, storytelling to social media Covering themes of race, gender, sexuality, violence, culture, politics and other important issues in the world today, this is a crucial read for teens and young adults who want to get out there and make change happen!

Dieser Band der "Bibliothek der Mediengestaltung" behandelt die Gestaltung von Zeichen wie Piktogramme, Icons und Logos sowie von Infografiken. Ausserdem thematisiert der Band die Erstellung von 2D- und 3D-Grafiken. Fur diese Bibliothek wurden die Themen des Kompendiums der Mediengestaltung neu strukturiert, vollstandig uberarbeitet und in ein handliches Format gebracht. Leitlinien waren hierbei die Anpassung an die Entwicklungen in der Werbe- und Medienbranche sowie die Berucksichtigung der aktuellen Rahmenplane und Studienordnungen sowie Prufungsanforderungen der Ausbildungs- und Studiengange. Die Bande der "Bibliothek der Mediengestaltung" enthalten zahlreiche praxisorientierte Aufgaben mit Musterloesungen und eignen sich als Lehr- und Arbeitsbucher an Schulen sowie Hochschulen und zum Selbststudium.

Karl Marx: A Reference Guide to His Life and Works covers all aspects of his life and works. Marx was a philosopher, a crusading journalist, as well as a political organizer and activist advocating democratic reforms, working-class political organizations, and the establishment of a socialist political order. Includes a comprehensive historical timeline of major events involving or related to Marx The A to Z section includes the major events, works, and concepts related to Marx Bibliography of major works by and about Marx and events surrounding his life and works The index thoroughly cross-references the chronological and encyclopedic entries

Dieser Band der "Bibliothek der Mediengestaltung" behandelt die fotografische Gestaltung, die fotografische Optik und Aufnahmetechnik sowie die Bildoptimierung fur die Ausgabe in Digital- und Printmedien. Fur diese Bibliothek wurden die Themen des Kompendiums der Mediengestaltung neu strukturiert, vollstandig uberarbeitet und in ein handliches Format gebracht. Leitlinien waren hierbei die Anpassung an die Entwicklungen in der Werbe- und Medienbranche sowie die Berucksichtigung der aktuellen Rahmenplane und Studienordnungen sowie Prufungsanforderungen der Ausbildungs- und Studiengange. Die Bande der "Bibliothek der Mediengestaltung" enthalten zahlreiche praxisorientierte Aufgaben mit Musterloesungen und eignen sich als Lehr- und Arbeitsbucher an Schulen und Hochschulen sowie zum Selbststudium.

Politics, in its widest sense, affects us all, every day. What if there were no politics? What would that look like? What does it mean to be political or non-political and what effect do each of these positions have? Aimed at children aged 9 and up, this book is a highly topical look at how politics affects everyone in society. It looks at the whole political spectrum, in countries around the world and examines what politics means in different contexts and situations. What forms can political action take, and what difference does it make? There are contributions from a range of writers, who, along with the authors, discuss how their ideas of what politics is and can do have been shaped by their life experiences. Readers are encouraged to think for themselves about the issues discussed and decide how or whether they would like to take part in politics at some level.

What makes the Platinum Social sciences course unique? A variety of superior-quality sources that are relevant and realistic representations of historical periods and geographical concepts; all activities designed and scaffolded to provide consolidation and skills practice; target worksheets provide more practice for learners who need support or are ready for extension; extensive exam support that provides exam practice opportunities and guidelines on what learners must do to answer questions properly; expanded content provided in features: "Key words", "About our world" and a comprehensive glossary; the skills focus feature provides teachers and learners with clear guidelines on how to apply skills. Platinum - simply superior: Superior CAPS coverage and written by expert authors; superior illustrations and activities to improve results and motivate learners; superior teacher support to save time and make teaching easy, including photocopiable worksheets; superior quality = exam success!

How did the United States become the country it is today? What led to its creation? Adapted from Pulitzer Prizewinner Rick Atkinson's deeply researched and stunningly vivid The British Are Coming, our young readers edition explores these questions and so much more as it delves into the American Revolution. A collection of key battles from the beginning of the war, including Lexington and Concord and the Battle of Bunker Hill, set the scene, telling a story of liberation fraught with contradiction and intrigue. History buffs and newcomers alike will be drawn into this fascinating, photo-illustrated account.

A complete six-year primary course which provides an engaging introduction to the main areas of Social Studies.

Teaching with primary sources can be overwhelming to teachers who have minimal time to teach social studies. Turn your classroom into a primary source learning environment with this easy-to-use resource that has everything you need to incorporate primary sources into today s classrooms. Primary sources provide firsthand accounts of history that will capture students curiosity about the past. Students who observe, reflect on, and question primary sources understand history at a deeper level than students who only learn about social studies through textbooks. With more than 100 digital primary sources, this book by Kathleen Vest delves deeply into a wide variety of primary sources and details how they can be used in any K 12 classroom. Model lessons for three grade ranges (K 3, 4 8, 9 12) reduce teacher prep time. With fun and engaging activities and a chapter devoted to strategies for using social media posts as primary sources in the classroom, this resource is essential for today s social studies classrooms.

Be inspired by 20 of the world's most famous advocates for peace. Discover the lives of ten female and ten male peace-makers from throughout history and from around the world. This book is the perfect introduction to some of the most dramatic and world-changing lives of people who have made a huge impact through the advocation of peace. Stunning artwork brings to life ten male and ten female peacemakers from across history and from around the world. Clear, concise text presents their significant contribution to our world alongside the stand-out biographical information from their fascinating lives.

Oxford successful life orientation is a trusted life orientation course that is used by teachers all over South Africa. The rich content fully covers the National Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS).

Learn the skills you need to work with geriatric populations in rural areas! Gerontological Social Work in Rural Towns and Communities provides a range of intervention and community skills aimed precisely at the needs of rural elders. This book fills a gap in the literature by focusing on the specific practice concerns for social workers assisting older adults in rural areas, including the aging experience, social worker skills, professional functions, working with special populations, and health and long-term care concerns. This valuable resource will benefit social workers, gerontologists, allied health professionals in rural areas, health and human services administrators and managers. Gerontological Social Work in Rural Towns and Communities explores the challenges social workers need to overcome when working with the elder community in rural areas. This book's significance to social workers will only increase as more adults choose to live and grow old away from the cities. Experts in the field suggest strategies to overcome barriers in planning and providing services such as: a longer distance for the elderly to travel to use social service centers a narrower range of available services in the local area increased poverty levels for the elderly a stronger dependency by elderly on family rather than public assistance This book is divided into five sections: Rurality and Agingintroduces the concept of rurality and examines the demographics of aging from a rural perspective Practice Dimensions of Social Work with Rural Eldersincludes clinical practice models, intervention and advocacy techniques, program planning, and marketing approaches Special Populationsgives attention to four special population groups: indigenous elders, African-American older adults, elderly Latinos, and disabled elders Special Issues Pertaining to Rural Elderscovers five essential issues for rural gerontological social workers: health promotion, older workers and retirement preparation, aging in place, specialized housing, and ethical practice Training and Policy Recommendationsfuture training and education recommendations for social workers are explored, as well as service capacity building, the aging network, and the future of long-term care While a variety of theoretical perspectives are explored in Gerontological Social Work in Rural Towns and Communities, the book's empowerment orientation and strengths-based approach will enhance your abilities to improve quality of life for elderly individuals in rural communities. Each chapter contains a comprehensive review of the literature on the subject it addresses, and several chapters include tables and graphs to further establish their revealing empirical findings. An appendix provides additional sources to turn to for more information.

From teddy bears to dinosaurs, kids will love drawing these easy step-by-step pictures--independently! Each reproducible lesson helps kids build fine motor skills, learn shapes, and practice following directions. Includes writing prompts and creative extension activities. For use with Grades K-2.

Collins Primary Social Studies for Antigua and Barbuda has been specially written by a local teacher to meet the needs of local schools, teachers and students. This course provides full coverage of the Primary Social Studies syllabus for Antigua and Barbuda, with a Student's Book and Workbook for each grade. It follows a skills-based approach to learning, fully set in local contexts to allow students to develop tools and skills for learning and a wider knowledge of their own island and the Caribbean. This vibrant and easy-to-follow Workbook is filled with photographs, maps, illustrations and activities to keep students interested and to help them learn. There are teacher's notes and activity sheets available on request. To access these, please contact your regional Collins contact.