True Crime series
A fascinating series on crime that appeals to the most reluctant of readers. Specially created for struggling pupils with a reading age of 8+. Concentrating on famous criminal cases and the infamous people involved, this 'Freestyle' series appeals to lower ability readers, particularly boys. From historical to modern-day crimes, examples are used to engage and motivate pupils to read.
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Contains contemporary photographs and film stills to compare real criminals with their portrayal in films.
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Relates the series to the pupils' own lives, for example the 'Cyber Crime' title includes a checklist on how to protect yourself from Internet crime.
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Ensures that each title does not glamorize crime and emphasizes that crime does not pay.