New Releases by Sarah Levete

''Health and Disease'' examines some of the major health issues that people face around the world. Find out about diseases such as cholera and malaria, which are devastating populations around the world. See how pollution and overcrowding are contributing to poor health.

Did you know that many of the same games are played all over the world? What games do children play?

Presents a variety of plants and animals that live in the rain forest and describes the threat that logging represents to its continued existence.

What happens when the climate changes abruptly and dramatically, not as part of a natural process of change but because of human activity? The result is more frequent and stronger heat waves, storms, torrential rain, raging winds, and hurricanes. This fascinating book uses real-life examples to explore the causes and effects of catastrophic weather.

Looks at our interaction with Earth and the global impact of our actions on the environment, today and in the future.

Presents some of the dangers that exist on the Internet and explains ways to safely use it.

Explains what "coming of age" means in different religions around the world.

This examines some of the major issues that people face, from problems such as water shortages during a drought to the water-borne diseases in dirty water supplies.

Some people fear that we cannot provide enough food for everyone in the world. This book examines these issues and suggest ways in which people can help to reduce the global food crisis.

Helps young children deal with difficult circumstances in life, such as handling jealousy, and provides useful strategies and helpful solutions.

A small, spinning globe fits inside an opening in the middle of the book or can be put on a stand.

Examines solar power, the many ways in which it is used, and the future for this never ending energy.

Explains how food affects your body and your health, why eating can become a problem for some people, and how to choose healthy foods.

This series aims to help children recognise and understand their feelings in situations that they find awkward or stressful. A key theme will be to help children realise their own potential and to focus on their positive attributes. Ages 6 and over.

Offers advice and strategies for dealing with such common experiences as sadness, anger, depression, anxiety, crying, and jealousy.

Four children share their ideas on the ups and downs of friendship as they talk about not having friends, having arguments with friends and having fun with friends. Suggested level: junior, primary.

An introduction to personal safety, which covers a range of aspects of physical and emotional safety including good and bad touches, saying no, bullying at school, eating well, playing safely and out and about. In the HOW DO I FEEL ABOUT series, illustrated in full colour.

Aims to provide a better understanding of drugs and the dangers of abuse, and discusses what can be done to help users and to stop the illegal use of drugs. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.