Description:
The refugee crisis is one of the most pressing of twenty-first century global issues--and how we help refugees is one of the most-debated topics of our time.
This book explores that issue and invites readers to join the debate. It defines what a refugee is, discusses moral and ethical issues around how we deal with refugees, and puts forward solutions for how we can better manage the crisis of displaced people. The book sets out debates about important refugee issues and asks readers to consider the information and draw their own conclusions. The concepts of citizenship, local and global government, fairly using Earth's resources, and the value of communities and community are also explored.
Brief description: Nick Hunter is a highly experienced author who has written hundreds of wonderful books for children. His expertly researched, informative, and thoroughly engaging text has brought a huge variety of nonfiction topics to life for readers of all ages.
Review Quotes:
"The titles include powerful photos and important info boxes that add to the dynamic impact of these books. Together, these titles provide an accessible, balanced look at challenging issues. Perfect for classroom discussions, debate clubs, or independent reading, the 21st Century Debates series encourages empathy, civic engagement, and thinking deeply about the world we live in."--Booklist
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