GEOGRAPHY. Reflections of Africa and BritainA photopack that challenge somes common notions about Africa and examines similarities in African and British life. It includes 30 photographs, a resource booklet with captions to use with the photographs and a booklet containing cross-curricular ideas for activities and discussions. It costs Pounds 15 from Actionaid Education, Chataway House, Leach Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1FA.
PEHEALTH EDUCATION
Royal Marines Action Fitness Pack Latest in a growing range of resources from the Royal Navy, this free pack is designed for use with 14- to 16-year-olds and aims to motivate students into changing their diets and exercise regimes. A bank of activity and lesson ideas for PE or health education, it contains a booklet with units of work, 10 student worksheets and six lesson layouts. To order a copy ring 01202 668402 or write to PO Box 934, Poole, Dorset BH17 7BR.
LIBRARIES
Central to Excellence: Guidelines for Effective School Libraries Aimed at teachers, governors, parents, advisers, inspectors and library workers, this book sets targets that the authors say will help schools create the best possible library service for their circumstances. It costs Pounds 5.50 from Library Services for Education, Leicestershire Libraries andInformation Service, Thames Tower, Burleys Way, Leicester LE1 3TZ. Tel: 0116 251 9476.
