Franklin Watts ISBN 9781445163628 £12.99
This title is part of the I’m a Global Citizen series published by Franklin Watts. It begins by defining equality, looks at equality around the world and also considers gender, race, ethnicity and ability inequality. There is also a double-page spread devoted to male / female stereotypes
In addition to the factual text there are a number of activities, challenges and ideas for action to really encourage young people to engage in the issues being discussed. There is a glossary, a short bibliography, some website links and an index. Unfortunately the second YouTube video was unavailable when I attempted to watch it.
It could be argued that the book stereotypes the children of low-paid / better-paid people in The Game of Inequality. However, it shows how even if born in the same country, people do not have equal chances. In the hands of a skilled teacher there would be many discussion points here.
This would be a very useful addition to any school library or classroom, from KS2 upwards.
Heather Bignold