The United Nations Kit KS4. One of three UN kits published to support the Global Teach-In in October celebrating the UN’s 50th anniversary, this pack contains materials for most subject areas. Pounds 20. Pearson Publishing, Chesterton Mill, French’s Road, Cambridge CB4 3NP. Tel: 01223 350555.
Is Your Child Safe? Research suggests that information on the safety of children is often inadequately translated or not made available to minority ethnic communities.
This video, produced in five languages by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, is targeted at professionals concerned with safety on the road and in the home. Pounds 47.25. RoSPA, Cannon House, The Priory, Queensway, Birmingham B4 6BS. Tel: 021-200 2461 Sources of Energy. Information on all manner of energy resources are contained on this CD-Rom, which also looks at the social and environmental aspects of energy and the role of major UK electricity companies. For key stages 3 and 4. Teacher’s notes, students’ investigation sheets and a colour poster are included. Pounds 25. Understanding Electricity, Electricity Association Services Ltd, 30 Millbank, London SW1 4RD. Tel: 0171-344 5839.
Giving a Child a Chance in Life: Emilly and Patriciah’s Story. In this short video Kenyan twins give their account of what sponsorship has meant to them and their community. It also describes the work of World Vision. Available on free loan for a period of 28 days or for Pounds 6.99. World Vision, 599 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes MK9 3PG. Tel: 0908 841000.
Providing Instrumental Music Tuition: A Handbook for Schools and Services. In the past few years school instrumental music tuition has often suffered serious setbacks. This practical book is aimed at service managers and primary and secondary school heads, It provides information and guidance on reducing costs while offering a high quality service. Pounds 10. Dissemination Unit, National Foundation for Educational Research (NFER), The Mere, Upton Park, Slough, Berkshire SL1 2DQ. Tel: 01753 574123.
