ABOUT WESTWOOD PRESS

The Survival Series™ was originally created by Betty Hall, a teacher of survival skills and basic life competencies in the Naselle-Grays School District in Washington State. During the 1960's and 70's, Mrs. Hall worked with at-risk youths, striving to provide them with the tools they would need to survive on their own in the real world. She developed a methodology to provide students with a basic portfolio of living skills, knowledge and personal information that would enable them to become responsible and productive adults.

In 1975, Mrs. Hall created Washington Survival: A Basic Living Skills Workbook, a compilation of all the concepts, materials and tools she had used successfully with her students. Her "survival guide" combined basic life skills, lessons, forms and examples with a healthy dash of common sense and practical advice. By focusing on real-life issues and applications, without moralizing, the guide resonated with young adults from ages 15 to 20.

Mrs. Hall worked with a major publishing house to develop The Survival Series™, which ultimately expanded to include state guides for 32 states.

Westwood Press purchased the rights to publish and distribute The Survival Series™ in 1980, and continues to market the practical life skills guides to schools, institutions, and individuals across the country. Carter Sullivan, president of Westwood Press, remains deeply influenced by Mrs. Hall's dedication to her students, which has survived her passing and continues to provide inspiration for The Survival Series™ today.

Westwood Press, Inc., a privately held publishing company with offices in Manhattan and Connecticut, has specialized in educational and instructional publications for over 25 years.

The Survival Series™, a group of state-specific guides full of information, resources and common sense tips, has been the foundation of Westwood Press' success in helping students and young adults manage their independence in the 21st Century.

Carter Sullivan, President and Publisher of Westwood Press, holds BA's in English and Art from Williams College in Williamstown, MA. She publishes The Survival Series™ with the aim of advancing the real-life survival skills of young people throughout the United States. Carter resides in Connecticut with her husband and three children.