Unbroken Futures – A Book That Speaks Before the Streets Do

Grade Level: 7 to 9 (Ages 12–15)
Format: A5
Length: 226 pages
Publisher: Mano Publications

Unbroken Futures is more than just a book — it’s a lifeline for a generation standing at the edge of dangerous choices. Designed for learners in Grades 7 to 9, this 226-page A5 guide delivers powerful, age-appropriate conversations around the realities of drug use, peer pressure, decision-making, identity, and personal growth — all within a structure that aligns with the CAPS curriculum (Life Orientation and English).

It’s not a textbook. It’s not a lecture. It’s a conversation.

Curriculum Integration and Learning Outcomes

Written by a South African author who grew up surrounded by the same social challenges today’s youth face, the book integrates naturally into:

Life Orientation (CAPS-Aligned)

• Substance abuse prevention

• Peer pressure and decision-making

• Personal development and goal-setting

• Values and ethics

• Emotional and mental well-being

English Home Language or First Additional Language

• Comprehension-based questions after each chapter

• Critical thinking and reflective writing tasks

• Vocabulary development

• Group discussions and oral presentations

Key Features

• CAPS-aligned questions at the end of every chapter for both LO and English lessons

• Conversational tone written in the language and rhythm of South African youth

• Real-life scenarios that guide teens through the emotions, temptations, and struggles they face daily

• Inspirational storytelling that builds purpose, direction, and positive identity

• Relatable characters that reflect township life, home challenges, and peer dynamics

• No preaching — just truth, presented with care, honesty, and clarity

Why Every School Needs This Book

South Africa is in the grip of a youth drug crisis — and schools are on the front line. Unbroken Futures gives educators and parents the tool they’ve been missing: a culturally relevant, curriculum-ready resource that helps learners think critically, make informed choices, and see the value of a drug-free life.

This book has already changed the mindset of many learners. It opens up conversations in classrooms, homes, and youth centres — and turns quiet thoughts into powerful decisions.

Specifications

• Size: A5 (easy to carry, learner-friendly)

• Pages: 226 (rich with content, examples, and activities)

• Language: English (youth-friendly, township-fluent tone)

• Format: Softcover

For Schools, NGOs, and Government Programs

Unbroken Futures is suitable for:

• Public and private schools

• Department of Social Development programs

• Life Orientation curriculum delivery

• Drug prevention campaigns

• Youth organisations and after-school programs

• NGOs and NPOs working in education and youth development