Epidemics

Not all epidemics are medical. Epidemics looks at how both diseases and ideas spread-whether it's a cold virus or a viral fashion trend. This magazine explores historical and futuristic outbreaks, as well as social phenomena that reach œepidemic proportions. Through a mix of fiction, non-fiction, and speculative writing, it challenges students to think about how information, behaviour, and illness circulate through communities and what can be done to manage or prevent outbreaks.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces epidemiological concepts in an age-appropriate format.
• Promotes media literacy by examining how language frames public perception.
• Encourages cross-curricular learning linking science, health, and society.
• Builds comprehension through varied text types and genres.

Classroom Ideas:

• Compare a historical disease outbreak with a social trend œepidemic.
• Conduct a role-play to simulate a public health announcement.
• Discuss how language can shape public reaction to events.
• Create posters promoting healthy habits to prevent the spread of illness.

Safety & Information:

• Suitable for ages 10+
• Book size: 200mm x 265mm
• Softcover magazine format
• No sensitive medical imagery; all content reviewed for appropriateness