AuthorIris Teichmann
NarratorStephanie Beattie
Duration50m
CategoriesChildren and Young Adult Non-Fiction and Educational Titles, Citizenship
Key StageKS3
PublisherInhouse
VersionUnabridged
Asylum seekers and immigration are topics that are constantly in the news, but do you really know the facts behind the headlines? This audiobook tells you all you need to know about this topic.
What Is Race? Who Are Racists? Why Does Skin Colour Matter? and Other Big Questions
Author: Nikesh Shukla, Claire Heuchan
Author Nikesh Shukla, Claire Heuchan
Narrator Hiral Varsani
Duration 2h
Talk about race is often discouraged, but this book aims to bring everyone into the conversation. It explores the history of race and society, giving context to how racist attitudes come into being. It looks at belonging and identity, the damaging effects of stereotyping and the benefits of positive representation. The authors talk sensitively abou...
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Author: Linda Melvern
Author Linda Melvern
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 45m
This audiobook describes the ways in which the UN helps to bring peace and resolve conflict around the world. It is part of the 'World Organisations' series from Franklin Watts.
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In the News: Food Safety and Farming
Author: Andrea Smith, Claire Harte
Author Andrea Smith, Claire Harte
Narrator Stephanie Beattie
Duration 52m
An informative guide to the various issues surrounding food safety and farming. This audiobook explores topics from 'mad cow' disease to genetically modified crops and attempts to discover the facts behind the headlines.
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Author: Adam Hibbert
Author Adam Hibbert
Narrator John Albasiny
Duration 45m
What is terrorism? How do terrorists work? The word 'terrorism' is used widely in the news, but do you know the facts behind the headlines? Find out in this easily accessible audiobook.
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What Is Feminism? Why Do We Need It? and Other Big Questions
Author: Bea Appleby, Louise A Spilsbury
Author Bea Appleby, Louise A Spilsbury
Narrator Flo Hatton
Duration 1h 9m
A brilliant introduction for children to the movement, looking at the history of feminism, what it is today and its enormous relevance to young people and a vital tool for children in the process of figuring out the world and how it works.
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In the News: Crime In the Community
Author: Iris Teichmann
Author Iris Teichmann
Narrator Fergus Mcclelland
Duration 50m
What do you think about when you hear the word 'crime'? It's an issue that's a part of our everyday lives. This informative audiobook focuses on the facts behind the headlines, and looks at everything from guns and violence to neighbourhood watch schemes.
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Author: Rose Brock
Author Rose Brock
Narrator Various
Duration 7h 6m
We all experience moments when we struggle to understand the state of the world, when we feel powerless and-in some cases-even hopeless. The teens of today are the caretakers of tomorrow, and yet it's difficult for many to find joy or comfort in such a turbulent society. But in trying times, words are power. Some of today's most influential young...
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What Is Gender? How Does It Define Us? and Other Big Questions For Kids
Author: Juno Dawson
Author Juno Dawson
Narrator Henry Regan
Duration 1h 3m
A highly topical look at the concept of gender, encouraging children to think for themselves about the issues involved. What's the difference between sex and gender? What does it mean to be defined by your gender? Are there only two genders? This informative book helps kids to explore these questions and many more. It explains how you gender can ha...
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Author: Chelsea Clinton
Author Chelsea Clinton
Narrator Chelsea Clinton
Duration 2h 20m
For the youngest activists among us, a book geared just for them full of facts, stories, and tips on how to change the world, from #1 New York Times bestselling author Chelsea Clinton. What can I do to help save endangered animals? How can I eat healthy? Why do I need to cover my mouth when I cough? What do I do if I'm being bullied? With informati...
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Author: Alvin Hall
Author Alvin Hall
Narrator David Mark Smith
Duration 2h 21m
A treasure trove of advice from financial expert and star of BBC's Your Money or Your Life, Alvin Hall. Money might make the world go around, but only if you know how to use it, and who better to teach your child all about finance than BBC's Your Money or Your Life presenter, Alvin Hall. They'll enter the world of business and economics learning ab...
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