What in the World?

What in the World? (Grades 5-10) is a current events resource that enhances understanding of current Canadian and international events. The magazine is published eight times a year from September to May. Each issue includes:

• Four news articles

• Relevant background information to enhance understanding of each event or issue

• On-the-line, between-the-line, and beyond-the-line questions

• Assignment to analyze a political cartoon and examine a news photo
  

• Crossword and quizzes

This subscription is not available to HCOS Registered students.

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Magazine Formats

Magazines are available in two formats: .pdf and .docx.

• The .pdf file contains the complete document and cannot be changed. It has helpful information for parents and answer keys at the bottom of the document.
• The .docx file contains only the articles and questions. Students can complete assignments directly in the .docx document using Microsoft Word or Google Docs. 

• The Maps pdf has printable maps that co-ordinate with the stories found in the magazines. There are answer keys included in this document.

Resource Links

Students resource links that co-ordinate with the current magazines can be found here.