Taking Action Now is designed to prepare Junior Certificate Civic, Social and Political Education (CSPE) students for their exam and beyond.

• The text closely follows the syllabus requirements and has been extensively reviewed by teachers.
• The book is divided into 25 chapters, which are grouped under the seven course concepts: Rights and Responsibilities; Stewardship;Human Dignity; Development; Democracy; Law and Interdependence
• Laid out in a clear, concise format with easy-to-read text.
• All chapters have an abundance of questions, as well as a wealth of ideas for activities and actions.
• Resource banks, at the end of each chapter, provide students with opportunities to search for further information.
• Case studies throughout provide students with real-life examples.
• Includes clear guidelines on how to prepare action projects and course-work assessments.
• Includes tips for students on how to conduct a survey, contact an organization, write letters, invite a guest speaker, design posters and carry out an interview.
• Free accompanying workbook which features a comprehensive selection of exercises and previous examination questions.
• 176 pages in full colour.