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The Orinoco River is one of the longest rivers in the world. Many lives depend on this river. Many people, animals and plants live in or near the water. However, things are changing on the Orinoco. Why? What will happen to life on the Orinoco?

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Helbling Readers Red Series is aimed at young teenagers. It includes a selection of adapted classics and original fiction to get your students reading for pleasure right from beginner level.

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The puffer fish is a famous type of fish in Japan. If it's prepared properly, it's a safe and delicious meal. If it's not, it can kill those who eat it. How do chefs prepare the fish correctly? What are scientists doing to protect people who eat puffer fish?

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The native bees of Central America are important for farmers, the rain forests, and food production. However, a new kind of 'killer bee' is moving in and taking over the rain forests. What will happen to the native bees? Can the killer bees be stopped?

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Sanaa is a beautiful old city in the Middle East. In Sanaa, it is a tradition to carry beautiful knives, or tools, called jambiya. An unusual animal called a 'rhinoceros' is often killed to make these knives. How can people keep their tradition and save the rhinoceros?

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Many towns have special events. However, one town in England has a pretty unusual one. At the start, someone pushes a piece of cheese down a hill. Then, the people run after the cheese. And after that? Well, things get pretty funny! What happens?

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A team of people is traveling through Africa. The team wants to photograph and document the wildlife of this beautiful part of the world. They want to do it before this beauty disappears, or goes away, forever. Will they complete their project? Can they do it safely?

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'Dog sledding' is a popular sport in parts of the United States and Canada. It's a challenge for most competitors. However, one racer named Racheal Scdoris faces some special challenges. What challenges does Rachael face? How does she overcome them?

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Queenstown, New Zealand considers itself The Adventure Capital of the World. Why? People go there to jump from high places, drive extremely fast boats and walk into the mountains and fly back. Why is Queensland such a popular place for adventure? What would you do there?

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Trinidad and Tobago is famous for its beautiful birds. One man has made it his life's work to study them. He's trying to photograph all of the 460 types of birds on the island. But there's one special bird that's difficult to find. Will he succeed?

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In the past, it was popular for rich people in England to have servants, or people to help manage their homes. The most important servant was the butler. Today, there are fewer butlers, but the job is still important. What skills make a good butler? Where does one learn them?

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In some areas of Cambodia, there are few people around. Because of this, people go there to catch and kill animals illegally for food or to sell. If these animals don't get help, there will soon be none left. Who will save the animals before it's too late?

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Every year, a group of people in Delaware have a pumpkin throwing contest. They use machines to throw pumpkins very far. The winner is the team that throws a pumpkin father than anyone else! How do they throw the pumpkins? Who's going to win?

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A 'volcano' is a mountain with a large hole at the top. 'Active' volcanoes can be dangerous because they can erupt, or produce very hot, melted rock. In Sicily, there are several towns near a large volcano. Why do people live in such a dangerous place? Is it safe?

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There have been souks, or markets, in Middle Eastern and Arab cities for hundreds of years. People can buy food, clothes, shoes, and much more in them. But, there are no prices on the items. How are prices decided? What's the best way to get a good price?

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In an Okavango wetlands area, a young serval cat is going out for his first night hunt. These cats catch small animals for food. However, they must be very careful. There are many larger animals that want to hunt them! Will the young serval be safe and successful?

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Yoro is a young Fulani Boy. The 'Fulani' are a group of people who live in Africa. To become men, young Fulani boys must make a long and difficult journey. The journey is a test. It's now Yoro's turn. What challenges will Yoro meet? Will he succeed?

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People everywhere need water for drinking, washing and other activities. In India there is not always enough water for everybody. Now, a group of villages is trying a different method to get water. Will they get the water they need? Can one village make a difference?

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For thousands of years certain remote groups of native Chinese people have existed in near isolation. Separated from the mainstream world, these deeply cultural communities have maintained the old ways of life. Now, with the introduction of today's modern conveniences, they could disappear. What are these cultures? Can they be preserved before it's too late?

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Welcome to Life, an exciting new six-level adult series that turns learning English into an exploration of the world we live in. Drawing on National Geographic content, Life transforms the learning experience into a fabulous journey with irresistible images, articles and videos that engage students like no series before. Bring Life into your classroom! • Comprehensive grammar, vocabulary, functions, pronunciation and skills syllabuses address the needs of contemporary students, and then Life goes one step further to enrich communication and critical thinking. • Grammar is presented in context with full explanations and extensive additional support. • Vocabulary is introduced thematically with further focus at lexical and morphological levels in Word focus and Word building sections. • Real Life lessons model and practice everyday functions and pronunciation is dealt with in depth. • Every lesson ends with a productive outcome, such as speaking or writing. Level: B1+ Intermediate.