Development or Destruction?
Using case studies from around the world, readers examine the positive and negative impacts of development related to dams and hydropower, the tourism industry, the oil industry, and deforestation. Maps, graphs, and statistics show the scope of the issue. A "debate club" activity at the end of each book provides characters and viewpoints for role-playing, such as those of developers and community members, setting the scene for a lively and challenging debate. Readers will have the opportunity to consider the most sustainable solutions for a given development project.
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Series Review: Development or Destruction?"Well-known nonfiction authors Louise and Richard Spilsbury have written a very useful series for middle-level students who are researching debate topics. Each book highlights the development facts for the topic and the destruction factors involved. For students wanting more information on pros and cons, these books are an excellent resource. The books have many graphs, charts, and photos to accompany the text. Pages are organized for maximum retention of information; facts are presented in boxes, bubbles, and other shapes that catch the reader's attention. There are ideas for forming a debate club where students can play different roles, pleading their case to a particular organization."
--Library Media Connection
Series Review: Development or Destruction?
"Debaters and report writers will find plenty of information and perhaps a cause to pursue further at the same time."
--School Library Journal
