| Title |
In the News: Stories of Hong Kong Life - and things to think about! |
| Author |
Karmel Schreyer |
| Publisher |
SCMP Book Publishing |
| ISBN |
962-17-9 175-8 |
| Price |
HK$88 |
(Information from SCMP Book Publishing)
Summary
Hong Kong is a crossroads in every sense - culturally, geographically, politically - and stories of life in the city are rich with issues and food for thought. The 15 stories in In the News: Stories of Hong Kong Life provide young readers with an opportunity to examine the underlying issues that face Hong Kong society. Follow-up activities 'Think a bout it!' and ' Write a bout it!' , which accompany each story, encourage readers to consider their own thoughts on the issues and apply them to their own experiences.
Issues presented in these stories relate to areas of study in new Liberal Studies Curriculum Guide:
- Self and Personal Development
- Society and Culture
- Science, Technology and the Environment
Specific themes in these areas include:
- Understanding Oneself
- Managing Oneself
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Quality of Life
- Economic Restructuring
- Rule of Law and Socio-Political Participation
- Identity
- China's Reform and Opening-up
- Chinese Culture and Modern Life
- Meaning of Globali s ation
- Impact and Responses
- Public Health
- Biotechnology
- Energy and Technology
- Environment and Sustainable Development
In the News: Stories of Hong Kong Life is not only an important study guide for Hong Kong students, but it is also a fascinating look at Hong Kong - a unique Asia's World City.
The Author
Originally from Canada, Karmel Schreyer is one of Hong Kong's most accomplished children’s authors. She has written some young adult novels and children's picture books. When not writing fiction, Karmel writes non-fiction for various publications, as well as educational materials for children throughout Asia. Her previous publications with SCMP Books are Family Fun in English and Hong Kong Surprise!. |
