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Book clubs teach children about sustainability

UNESCO educates pupils through book clubs

Young pupils across the Island are being encouraged to learn about sustainability.

A book club been introduced in local primary schools, to teach children about the United Nation's Sustainable Global Development Goals.

The scheme was set up by UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man, which will also provide each school with a set of books.

A worldwide panel will choose the books each month for the next 17 months, covering a range of topics including poverty, health, wellbeing and gender equality.

Geoffrey Boot, MHK, Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture says the club hopes to explore these issues in a "a child friendly way."

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