Pollution and energy choices
The plot brings together environmental concerns and a community decision about how to keep a local factory running.
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Laurel Colless - Author
This eco-adventure puts a practical community problem at its centre: factory smoke, children coughing and a decision about energy. Chu’s task also brings confidence and persuasion into the story.
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Sign in for personalised guidanceThis eco-adventure puts a practical community problem at its centre: factory smoke, children coughing and a decision about energy. Chu’s task also brings confidence and persuasion into the story.
The plot brings together environmental concerns and a community decision about how to keep a local factory running.
Pay particular attention to violence and harm.
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