This book is about economic development, the process by which countries are improving the living conditions of their people. It is about interdependence and the efforts of people to move toward a better world. The six chapters are entitled: (1) "Inside Developing Countries"; (2) "Comparing Countries"; (3) "The Whys and Hows of Economic Development"; (4) "Activities of Economic Development"; (5) "Paying for Economic Development"; and (6) "Effects of Economic Development." The separately published teaching guide has lessons to accompany each chapter, along with scripts for video slide presentations, additional sources of video materials and educational materials. Worksheets are included for each lesson. (EH)