R&R Addresses Addiction in Its First Health Series

Readable & Relevant Press is introducing a new series of books and materials focused on alcohol and drug addiction. While more than 25 million Americans struggle with this life-threatening disease, there are limited educational materials on addiction available for low-literacy readers. While this new series is written for young adults and adults who read on a fourth- or fifth-grade level, these books are also perfect for ESL students and middle and high school students who need to understand addiction. Plan NOW to order the following products!

The Devil in Henry Perry’s Cousin is the first book in a series focused on addiction and smoking cessation. This 64-page book tells the haunting story of a young man’s alcohol and drug addiction, relates how the addiction affects his family, and chronicles his first steps toward sobriety. This volume includes a Question and Answer section about addiction and ways to access recovery services. Available in November 2009 in English and Spanish

Our Teaching and Discussion Kit for The Devil in Henry Perry’s Cousin helps your program participants increase their understanding of topics introduced in the book.  The kit includes ten copies of the 64-page book entitled The Devil in Henry Perry’s Cousin and ten copies of a 40-page workbook designed to be used with the book.  The workbook includes a teacher’s section with learning objectives, vocabulary development section, 19 pages of worksheets, and an answer key.  ALL WORKSHEETS MAY BE COPIED for use by students. Kit available April 15, 2010.

Purchase this kit for $209 plus shipping, SAVE $30 over the cost of individual purchases, and enjoy ENORMOUS SAVINGS in shipping costs! Order the Teaching and Discussion Kit now.

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Why Is She Drunk Again? Readers will learn about the physical and psychological causes of addiction through the eyes and experiences of Maddie Gregg, a young woman struggling with alcohol and drug abuse. Available in July 2010 in English and Spanish.

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