United Nations - Softcover
"World Organizations" is a series that examines the role key international organizations play in improving the lives of people around the world. Each title includes case studies revealing how each organization functions.
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About the Author:
Linda Melvern is a journalist and the author of a new book on the UN for the adult market. She used to write for the Sunday Times. Jillian Powell is an experienced children's non-fiction writer and has writen many books on social issues for the educational market.
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Reviewed with Jillian Powell's World Wildlife Fund.
Gr. 3-5. The format of these books in the World Organizations series is somewhat like a Web page: blocks of text share space with photos, checklists (in Melvern's book), and information boxes. The design will greatly appeal to some kids; others may have trouble following along. Melvern quickly introduces the history, structure, mission, agencies, and programs of the United Nations, as well as the difficulties it has in achieving its goals. Powell's World Wildlife Fund, one of a few books on this subject for this age group, supplies some history but focuses mostly on projects and partnerships with governments and conservation organizations concerned with biodiversity. Problems it is up against are outlined in boxed insets, and "Spotlight" segments briefly describe projects underway. Captioned photos in both books, most in full color, are diverse and packed with human-interest detail. Both books have a glossary and addresses to contact; the U.N. book also notes a few further readings. Many readers will find these good jumping-off places for research. Stephanie Zvirin
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- PublisherFranklin Watts Ltd
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0749656980
- ISBN 13 9780749656980
- BindingPaperback
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